The State of the World

Across 30 countries, 45% rate the quality of the healthcare they receive as good. For a third year running, mental health is seen as the biggest health issue, with 48% expressing concern, a 3ppt increase. This is up from 27% in 2018, according to the Ipsos Healthcare Services Report 2026.

Do you think your country has a good education system?

A roundup of the latest Ipsos research and polls from around the world on the Iran conflict - and its consequences.

The Ipsos Pride Survey 2026 across 26 countries finds that 66% now support same-sex marriage/legal recognition (-3ppts over 2025), with those in Netherlands and Spain (85%) most supportive and people in Türkiye (32%) least in favour.

How happy are you? Are people happier this year than last year? What is it about life, business and society that affects people's happiness?

How satisfied are you with the love in your life, your sex life and your relationship with your partner?

Is your society broken? Is your country in decline and in need of a strong leader? Ipsos tracks global attitudes to populism.

How trustworthy is your profession? Generally, front-line public service workers (including members of the armed forces, health professionals and the police) tend to be more trusted than not.

How happy or unhappy are people around the world with their housing situation?