Temperature check: Business group reports on members' pandemic concerns

The southern division of the German American Chambers of Commerce (GACC), which includes Florida, has released the results of a survey that asked executives at its member companies to rate the effects of COVID-19 on their business operations. Most of the 101 companies surveyed operate in the automotive industry, manufacturing and professional services like banks, accounting and law firms, and over half employ less than 50 people. 

Although the findings appear to be a mixed bag, a key takeaway is companies in these sectors are faring much better than businesses in hospitality and tourism.