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Business Losses from Extreme Weather Events

• This indicator measures the proportion of businesses reporting monetary losses due to
  hurricanes, floods, droughts, or heat waves.
• Metro areas in coastal and southern regions — such as Miami, New Orleans, and
  Houston — tend to experience higher reported impacts.
• Tampa Bay’s reported losses vary quarter to quarter, reflecting the localized nature of
  weather events and business exposure levels.
• The indicator provides insight into economic vulnerability and resilience to climate-related disruptions across regions.

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Trend Over Time

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Competitive Position Trend

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^{Note: This is a new indicator introduced by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2023 under the Business Trends and Outlook Survey. While there may be inconsistencies in the early data collection, it remains a valuable metric to track emerging technology adoption patterns across metropolitan areas.}