Consultation from small and medium enterprises etc. More than 23,000 cases in a month and a half New virus March 10 17:59

Over the course of a month and a half, more than 23,000 consultations were received at nationwide counters that accept consultations from small and medium-sized enterprises regarding the spread of the new coronavirus, with more than 90% consulting on funding. I understand that there is.

Government-affiliated financial institutions and credit guarantee associations have set up consultations on the new coronavirus at 1050 locations since late January to accept consultations from small and medium-sized businesses and small businesses.

A representative from the Small and Medium Business Administration said on the 10th that the Council of Economy, Trade and Industry meeting on October 10 had received more than 23,500 consultations by the 9th.

Consultations account for 97% of financing issues due to the decrease in foreign tourists and the impact on the so-called supply chain.

In particular, since the end of last month, there has been a movement to refrain from going out in Japan and cancel banquets and welcome and farewell parties.

According to the fact that there are many consultations in Hokkaido and Kyushu where there are many tourism-related companies by region, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said, `` We accept consultations on Saturdays and Sundays, so please do not hesitate to come consultation Is.

Credit bureau wholesale business is serious

According to a private credit bureau "Tokyo Shoko Research", about 10,000 companies nationwide were surveyed for the effects of the new coronavirus, and over 90% of the companies were either "already affected" or " There is a possibility of getting out. "

While it affects a wide range of industries, such as tourism and manufacturing, the wholesale business, which sells products and business supplies to retail stores and restaurants, is particularly serious.

"From February to March, sales fell after the year-end and New Year holidays, and small and medium-sized businesses will have less cash on hand. The impact of the consumption tax hike etc. I think that the bankruptcy and closure of business will increase in the future due to the effects of the new coronavirus. "