unemployment

Inflation and unemployment remain two glaring worries of Indians for almost 2 years

Peru, South Africa & Hungary least optimistic;
Inflation top worry of global citizens & urban Indians

Optimism levels surge by 4% in December

Inflation, unemployment, crime and violence, financial and political corruption and terrorism top worries of urban Indians

Global South was seen to be most optimistic; 21 of 29 markets covered were downbeat; India 3rd most optimistic market

The global advisor survey was run by Ipsos in 29 countries and among 24,733 adults

India 3rd most optimistic market, after Singapore & Indonesia; Only 1 in 3 global citizens believe their country is on right track; Worry around inflation and unemployment increases in August 2023; Across all 29 countries (including India), inflation remains top worry

India stays optimistic & continues to beat global trend of pessimism in the face of global macro factors and local challenges

Asians and Indians lead the way in optimism