Economy

In this review of state statistics and consumer trends, Synovate Comcon provides an overview of Russia’s current social and economic situation. Based on data for 2000-2014, this review also studies the changes in population and consumer behaviour to forecast possible future trends.

Europe is on the wrong track say citizens in ten of EU’s largest countries – but little desire to leave the European Union outright. Faultlines across Europe with Mediterranean countries (Spain, Italy, France) most unhappy, but central Europe (Germany, Poland, Hungary) more positive.

Faultlines Across Europe with Mediterranean Countries (Spain, Italy, France) Most Unhappy, But Central Europe (Germany, Poland, Hungary) More Positive.

Major automotive manufacturers have traditionally focused on developing high quality sophisticated vehicles for developed markets, which are reaching saturation point.

Majority of Global Citizens (75%) are Happy Despite Gloomy Economic Sentiments. ‘Very Happy’ Cohort (20%) Down Two Points Since December 2012.

Three in Four (76%) Global Respondents Optimistic 2014 Will Be a Better Year than 2013 While Only Half (53%) Expect Global Economy to Be Stronger. On the Personal Side, A Strong Majority (77%) Expect to Make Personal Resolutions for 2014 While Half (53%) Admit 2013 Was a Bad Year for Them and Their Families

An Ipsos poll commissioned by Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs shows strong support among Kazakh citizens for the general direction of policy in this energy-rich Central Asian country.

The Big Business of Small Cars - India's automobile industry is one of the largest recipients of foreign direct investment within the country and accounts for about 8 per cent of the economy.

As the economy continues to grow in Myanmar, one of the areas that has seen a major overhaul is the healthcare industry. The new government in Myanmar has increased government spending on its healthcare budget.