FHI corona research: more companies in trouble due to the corona crisis

In June, FHI conducted another survey on the economic impact of the corona crisis on companies within our technology sectors. From the FHI corona research from June It can be seen, among other things, that the number of companies that are already experiencing problems has increased in most industries.

At the same time, the group has grown compared to May and says that it currently has no immediate problems and does not expect any. Viewed per sector, most 'problem cases' are in the Industrial Automation sector, but companies active in the Building Automation sector expect to encounter difficulties as a result of the corona crisis.

Zooming in on the specific problems, most participants in the corona survey are concerned about a decrease in turnover and a smaller order portfolio. However, in June, all five sectors that FHI represents increased concerns about inadequate supply of products and parts.

The past month of June also saw more measures that companies are taking to overcome the corona crisis. More applications have been made for the NOW wage cost scheme, more flexible staff have been let go and the SME Fixed Cost Allowance (TVL scheme) has been used more often.

In the near future, a large proportion of the companies surveyed think they will no longer need more flexible staff, but a growing number of participants also want to get rid of some of their permanent staff. Some also express the expectation that they will make more use of the NOW scheme.

FHI uses the results of this research and the Economic Barometer in consultation with, among others, the government. Members of FHI can use the results to see what impact the corona crisis has on the sector in question. You can also find more information in our corona file.