The covid-19 pandemic is forcing companies to delay business expansion plans, a survey by the Federation of International Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and Dhruva Advisors showed.
61% of the surveyed companies said they are likely to defer approved expansion plans for six-to-12 months, while 33% may put off plans for more than a year.
Many have also deferred plans to raise funds for their businesses, with 60% of the respondents reporting the same. 25% of the respondents said they have shelved fundraising plans completely.
According to the report, 72% companies have seen “high-to-very-high" impact on their businesses. Also, companies do not expect quick growth in demand, after the lockdowns are lifted and normalcy is restored.