15 / July / 2020 : 09-37
Pandemic's Devastating Effect on Small Businesses Continues
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a severe impact on small businesses in 2020. Many were forced to close temporarily or permanently due to lockdowns and social distancing measures, leading to a decrease in sales and revenue. The economic downturn also meant that consumers were spending less, further exacerbating the situation for small businesses. Furthermore, the pandemic has led to supply chain disruptions and increased costs, making it even harder for small businesses to stay afloat. As a result, many small business owners have faced financial hardship, including debt and bankruptcy. Despite government relief efforts, the impact on small businesses has been substantial and long-lasting.
Despite these challenges, many small businesses have shown remarkable resilience and ingenuity in adapting to the new reality. Some have pivoted their business models to offer new products and services, while others have embraced digital technologies to reach new customers and markets. Nevertheless, the road to recovery will be long, and many small businesses will continue to face challenges in the coming months and years.
In conclusion, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on small businesses, causing significant financial losses and hardship for millions of entrepreneurs and their employees. While the government and other organizations have offered support and resources, the recovery process will require continued efforts from both the public and private sectors to help small businesses recover and thrive.
Published on 15 / July / 2020 : 09-37
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Liana Aloyan
Journalist, columnist. Liana studies at the Faculty of Russian Philology of Khachatur Abovyan State University. She has been working at Yelaket (Yelaket.am) news agency since 2019 as a journalist and columnist. Writes articles about business and marketing. Liana is a member of "Media association" since 2020.
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