Economy


Economy Survey

Six in Ten (63%) Canadians Who Don’t Own a Home Have “Given Up” on Ever Owning One

Two in Three (67%) Canadians Agree that Owning a Home is Only for the Rich
Economy Publication

Why aren’t Canadians feeling good about the economy?

Despite the economy booming and a record low unemployment, Canadians feel they are on the outside looking in. Here’s why.
Economy Survey

Global consumer confidence takes a dip

Sentiment in Europe and China drops significantly
Economy Publication

Small Business Owners in Canada Continue to Struggle

We share insights from Ipsos’ quarterly Small Business Context tracking study which sees consumer confidence among small business owners is waning and their financial health is deteriorating.

One in Three (32%) Pre-Retirees Expect to Outlive Their Retirement Savings by at Least 10 Years

Only One in Five (20%) Pre-Retirees Aged 50+ Have a Formal Financial Plan

Global consumers support shift from fossil fuels as they expect spike in energy prices to reduce their purchasing power

Many more blame price increases on market volatility and geopolitical tensions than on climate change policies: Ipsos survey for the World Economic Forum
Consumers Survey

Consumer confidence below pre-pandemic levels in many countries

There are some bright spots, but clouds are moving in.

Worry Over Inflation on the Rise as Six in Ten Canadians (60%, +16pts) Concerned They Might Not Have Enough Money to Feed their Family

Growing Majority (85%, +7pts) Concerned That Inflation Will Make Everyday Things Less Affordable