Middle Market Indicator

Discover emerging risks and evolving trends in the middle market by delving into our comprehensive reports—based on a survey of 1,000 middle market firms.
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Insights to help middle market companies and their insurance partners understand business trends and evolving risks.

The National Center for the Middle Market is a collaboration between The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, Chubb and Visa. It exists for a single purpose: to ensure that the vitality and robustness of middle market companies are fully realized as fundamental to our nation's economic outlook and prosperity.

Insights

Middle market companies reported an unprecedented level of revenue growth, but anticipate slowing expansion ahead. Inflation, recession and talent shortage/employee retention were seen as top emerging risks, as companies increasingly feel the impacts of extreme weather patterns.

72%
will consider increasing insurance coverage due to inflation
78%
of companies are concerned about the impact of climate change
2 in 5
companies in North America manufacture, distribute and/or market in locations impacted by climate risks