Economy

Have we reached peak inflation? Although still the top concern, worry about inflation falls for the first time in two and a half years.

Following a very challenging couple of years in 2020 and 2021, many people around the world feel 2022 has been a little better. However, uncertainty about both short- and longer-term futures prevails. Global citizens are struggling to be optimistic about 2023 as most express concern about the state of the economy, the environment and world security.

Trends suggest elections have a dampening effect on anti-establishment feeling.

All three sub-indices are stable as sentiment remains muted among the world’s most advanced economies

Germany finishes in first place again, while Japan overtakes Canada for second place — its best performance since 2018, when it also ranked second. Japan sees strong reputational rankings on the Exports, Tourism, and Culture indices. The United Kingdom’s ranking drops again in 2022, moving from fifth to sixth. Russia’s ranking falls to the bottom three nations.

Inflation is the top global concern for the sixth month in a row with four in ten choosing it as a worry.

Expectations Index continues its decline as sentiment remains low among the world’s most advanced economies.

In 5 infographics, we look at what Ipsos’ recent global polling reveals about how worried consumers are about rising prices, their country’s economy and if they expect relief anytime soon.

Inflation is the top concern for the fifth consecutive month while some countries see worry about covid-19 rise