The Biggest Loser of Big-Box Stores
by New Economy Working Group on Apr 2, 2014 | Views: 77 | Score: 0
| Locally Owned Businesses | National Chains | |
|---|---|---|
| Dollars that go back into the local economy | 58 | 33 |
For every $100 spent
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mecep.org
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by New Economy Working Group on Apr 2, 2014 | Views: 77 | Score: 0
A study of business activity in Portland, Maine found that for every $100 spent at a locally owned business, roughly $58 went directly back into the local economy, as compared to only $33 from National chains.