Trend: Large income and wealth disparities are widely recognised as detrimental to society, yet in many countries they have widened over the past decade. The intensity of this feeling has resulted in heightened societal stress and a splintering of traditional structures, with new ideologies and political allegiances emerging.

Tension: As societies worldwide age and begin to shrink, immigration will be the primary dividing line. Around the globe, about half feel that immigration has a positive impact on their society. But even more feel that there are too many immigrants.

Takeaway: People also feel that businesses need to contribute more to society. Demonstrating this more clearly could help reduce the temperature of people’s feelings about inequality worldwide and at home.