Trends & Prospective


Ipsos Global @dvisory: Star Power and Acting Out Behavior:
Do Swelled Heads Cause Inappropriate Behavior or is it Just Who these People Really Are Deep Down?

World Divided over Nature of Acting out Politicians, Celebrities and Movie Stars--and Tolerance, Forgiveness

American Public Gives Consideration to Internet Gambling, With Stipulations

Public Interest and Acceptance Builds, Raises Potential for New Sources of Entertainment and Revenue

Getting Vitamins from Food and Beverages is First Priority for Consumers

Protein, Minerals, Fiber, Omega 3 and Antioxidants Less Important

Seven in Ten (72%) American Teens Know of US President Barack Obama

Awareness of Various Celebrities and Public Figures is Higher Among Internet Super Users

Two in Three Americans Say they are Adjusting to Economy by Purchasing Fewer Holiday Gifts

Three-Quarters Say Current Economy Has Given Them a Chance to Focus on More Important Things Than Gifts

Ipsos Global @dvisory: Is Religion A Force For Good In The World?Combined Population of 23 Major Nations Evenly Divided in Advance of Blair, Hitchens Debate

48% Believe Religion Provides Common Values, Ethical Foundations That Diverse Societies Need To Thrive In 21st Century... 52% Believe Religious Beliefs Promote Intolerance, Exacerbate Ethnic Divisions, Impede Social Progress