Economy


Consumers Survey

Global consumer confidence indexing at the same level as pre-pandemic

Sentiment in most countries is unchanged from last month despite Omicron.
Society Survey

Do Americans really expect 2022 to be a better year?

Global survey finds U.S. public glad to leave 2021 behind, but wary of inflation, extreme weather, and cyberattacks; Americans not as optimistic as citizens from many other countries

Small business owners increasingly optimistic about investing in their business in 2022

Despite higher expectations for the coming year, the MetLife/U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index shows small businesses continue to face challenges in the present, specifically regarding inflation and supply chain disruptions
Consumers Survey

Consumers worldwide report experiencing higher prices

In 30-country survey, two-thirds say they now pay more for transportation, food and drink, and utilities than they did six months ago.
Economy Survey

Understanding Society

Ipsos unpacks the latest research and analysis shaping American society week-by-week, chart-by-chart.
Holidays Survey

How the holidays shape Americans’ diets

Heading into the holidays, most say they feel good about what and how much they eat during the festive season.

U.S. consumer confidence sees most recent gains reversed

Investment sentiment down sharply following the discovery of the omicron variant
Economy Survey

A newly inflationary world

Consumer spending belies traditional economic wisdom.

U.S. consumer confidence picking up

Despite rising inflation, 1 in 5 Americans report higher-than-usual spending or borrowing