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Summary of Ipsos Cost of Living Monitor May 2024

• Report Focus: Tracks global consumer sentiment on cost of living concerns across 32 countries, highlighting perceptions, expectations, and drivers of price increases amidst inflation and economic challenges.

• Key Findings at a Glance:

  • Current Sentiment: Approximately 26% of respondents in most countries report finding things financially difficult, unchanged from past two years despite slowing inflation. This varies by country, with higher rates in nations like Türkiye, Poland, and lower rates in wealthier economies.
  • Expectations: Long-term inflation concerns remain high, with many anticipating price increases or no return to pre-crisis levels, particularly in Europe. Fewer people expect inflation to decline, while interest rate expectations show variation, with countries like Hungary and Argentina expecting further hikes.
  • Drivers of Price Increases: Public blames global economy (70%), interest rates, and excessive business profits for rising costs. Perception of government and policy roles differs by region, with polarization evident in political and media discussions.
  • Country-Specific Trends: Affluent countries like North America show less concern, while developing nations report higher financial strain. Issues like immigration and COVID-19 impacts vary in perceived relevance.
  • Income Variations: Lower-income respondents are more likely to feel the pinch financially, as evidenced by consistent trend lines.

• Methodology: A 32-country survey of 24,801 adults, online and face-to-face in most countries, weighted to reflect demographic profiles. Data from March–April 2024, with ±3–5 percentage point margins of error.

For complete data, refer to the full report.