Society

An online study by Ipsos, conducted across 28 countries in partnership with Kings College London’s Policy Institute has found that, when asked about a range of different inequalities, 60% said that inequalities in income and wealth are among the most serious types of inequality affecting their country.

“What Worries the World?”: One year on, COVID-19 remains the greatest global concern.

Tracking survey data shows how threats associated with the pandemic and expectations in eight countries have changed over the past year

Our monthly round-up of the latest research and thinking from Ipsos around the world includes new global surveys on life during the pandemic, a new white paper on quality in market research and special features on US and French society.

The pandemic has taken an emotional toll on employees globally, with 80 percent of those employed reporting they have faced challenges as a result of the pandemic. These stresses include personal circumstances such as family pressures, feeling lonely and isolated, and employer-related issues such as job security.

Optimism prevails about access to digital tools and technology.

One in two (50%) around the world say that Coronavirus is one of the top issues facing their country today. Many of the 27 countries surveyed show significant month-on-month increases in reported concern.

Ten countries show significant month-to-month gains in consumer sentiment.

More than half of the global population would rather exercise more and/or eat more healthily, but not diet as the actions they would take when trying to lose weight. But from a dietary perspective, sugar is seen as the main component that people would look to reduce or eliminate to help with weight loss.