Covid-19

Concern about inflation continues to rise and is the top worry for the fourth month in a row.

Concern about inflation continues to rise, now worrying almost four in ten people globally.

Inflation is now the top global worry for the first time, with 26 out of 27 countries recording an increase in concern over the last month.

Sentiment in Europe and China drops significantly

This month sees us reflect on the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic two years on. Our featured global surveys cover topics including gender equality and interpersonal trust. We also look at the French election ahead of this month’s vote, alongside the latest polling on the Ukraine conflict.

The global public’s top 5 concerning issues remain unchanged, with Covid-19 still top. But inflation now ranks 6th with almost one in four (23%) worldwide now saying it is a worry in their country.

Majorities in each of 30 countries believe we will never fully stop the spread of COVID, but views on vaccination mandates vary widely.

No significant change in sentiment since last month in most of survey’s 24 countries; global index on par with pre-pandemic level.

The recent rise in concern about Covid-19 following the spread of Omicron continues in 2022. Meanwhile, inflation hits record levels of concern.