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Tracking The Russia-Ukraine Crisis

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The State of Food & Beverage: Q1 2022 Report

Morning Consult’s new quarterly report tracks evolving consumer trends in the food and beverage sector and what they mean for the future of the industry

Tracking Trends in the Financial Services Industry

Morning Consult is tracking consumers’ trust in, usage of and satisfaction with financial services providers through a monthly survey of U.S. adults

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Travel brands’ Black History Month messaging rings hollow when it fails to address deep-seated issues in the category

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Public Interest in Gas Stoves, Heating Systems Has Inched Down Over the Past Year

But the movement has been slight: 50% of U.S. adults express interest in gas stoves, down from 55% in 2021

Mobile Payment Users Are Ready to Embrace Frictionless Retail Payments

Mobile payments are the first stepping stone toward one- or zero-click transactions and flexible financing options like “buy now, pay later,”

Americans Support Sending Troops to Russia in Only One Scenario

When it comes to preventing a Russian invasion of Ukraine, American voters prefer negotiations and sanctions to troop deployment

Russia’s Reputation Among Europeans Has Slipped Amid Ukraine Standoff

But while Moscow’s threats have underlined the key U.S. role in Europe’s security, many there remain ambivalent about America and the transatlantic alliance

As Silicon Valley Faces Greater Scrutiny, the Public Increasingly Views Big Tech as Powerful and in Need of More Regulation

Amid intensifying antitrust efforts, the share of U.S. adults who said they supported greater scrutiny of tech giants has climbed 9 points in two years

Gauging the Impact of the Expanded Child Tax Credit’s Expiration

75% of beneficiaries, who are turning on Democrats in Washington, say the discontinued payments will cause financial strain

2 in 3 Democrats and 2 in 5 Republicans Back Proposal to Waive COVID-19 Vaccine Patent Rights

Increase in overall voter support from May 2021 driven by uptick among Republicans

Amid Amazon Warehouse Union Push, Nearly 4 in 5 Voters Support Collective Bargaining

Majorities in all parties favor workers’ right to advocate for better pay and benefits, while overall voter support for labor unions generally continues to hover around 50%

Super Bowl Viewership Poised to Increase This Year Thanks to Gen Zers, Millennials

Share of adults 18-34 who say they expect to watch Bengals-Rams is up 23% from Buccaneers-Chiefs last season

1 in 4 U.S. Adults Say They’ll Bet on the Super Bowl This Year

That's up 41% from last year

Omicron, Inflation to Dampen Super Bowl Viewing Parties

More consumers plan to attend or host Super Bowl gatherings compared with last year, but a full return to typical party levels will be hampered by coronavirus concerns and rising price

Democratic Voters Have Fueled Flagging Confidence on the Future Success of U.S. Climate Action

The steady drop over the past eight months has led to a split among voters overall who do think the country will succeed in mitigating climate change’s impacts in the coming years, and those who do not

Most Americans Are Fine With Beijing Olympic Spoilers

Despite 13-hour time difference, more than 3 in 5 U.S. adults say avoiding the results of events isn’t important to them

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The Latest From Our Industry Analysts

Mobile Payment Users Are Ready to Embrace Frictionless Retail Payments

Mobile payments are the first stepping stone toward one- or zero-click transactions and flexible financing options like “buy now, pay later,”

Omicron, Inflation to Dampen Super Bowl Viewing Parties

More consumers plan to attend or host Super Bowl gatherings compared with last year, but a full return to typical party levels will be hampered by coronavirus concerns and rising prices

Vehicle Buyers Don’t Whine About Going Online, and Traditional Retailers Should Take Note

Consumers are increasingly open to purchasing vehicles on the internet, and traditional automotive retailers have much to learn from online upstarts

As Bitcoin’s Price Falls, Retail Investors Stay the Course

Morning Consult’s financial services analyst Charlotte Principato examines the bitcoin purchase intentions of current owners and consumers more broadly

Restaurants Are Usually a Valentine’s Day Staple. Not This Year

For consumers’ second pandemic-era Valentine’s Day, COVID-19 concerns and personal finances will have them staying home to celebrate

Cruise Lines Must Continue to Address Safety Concerns to Stay Afloat

The cruise industry can expect a new wave of passengers in 2022 if it remains committed to pandemic-related safety protocols

Consumers’ Mixed Emotions Foretell Roadblocks for an All-EV Future

Just because manufacturers build electric vehicles doesn’t mean consumers will come

How Embedded Finance Will Disrupt Traditional Financial Services Brands

As consumers experience the ease of payments embedded in their brand experiences, they’ll wonder why their banks make transactions so hard

Vehicle Brands Should Double Down on Brand Loyalty

2022 could be a reset year for brand loyalty as vehicle manufacturers begin to recover from last year’s “chip-pocalypse"

Retailers Feel Pressure to Speed Up Deliveries, but It Isn’t Coming From Consumers

Emerging businesses promising 15-minute delivery have retailers wondering if instant fulfillment will become the new standard, but a recent survey suggests consumers are far more patient

Vehicle Brands Should Double Down on Brand Loyalty

2022 could be a reset year for brand loyalty as vehicle manufacturers begin to recover from last year’s “chip-pocalypse"

Consumers’ 2021 Financial Progress Was Hard Fought. 2022 Will Require More Support From Banks

Examining what impeded consumers’ progress toward financial goals over the second half of the year

Return Drop-Off Points Are a Win-Win for Retailers and Consumers

Retailers are in the midst of peak returns season, facing the growing expense and logistical challenge of dealing with unwanted holiday gifts amid the rise in online shopping

The Travel Industry Is Ripe for Payments Disruption

Traveler openness to nontraditional payment options like cryptocurrency and “buy now, pay later” signals untapped opportunity for the industry

Overdrafted, Underbanked and Looking for New Providers: A Deep Dive Into Consumers Who Overdrafted in 2021

Morning Consult financial services analyst Charlotte Principato examines the demographics and habits of consumers who overdrafted in 2021 and what the data means for banks

Dry January Movement Grows in 2022, but for Many It’s More Damp Than Dry

More adults say they’re participating in Dry January this year, but many aren’t aiming for total abstinence

Is the Public Ready for the Innovations Coming Out of the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show?

From the Internet of Things to the metaverse, our industry analysts unpack where consumers stand on some of the key themes from this week’s trade show

The Peloton Scandal That Wasn’t

Amid its latest controversy, the at-home fitness brand hasn’t lost stock with consumers or the general public. This serves as the latest lesson in news penetration and public opinion.

Unpacking Omicron’s Muted Effect on Consumer Comfort Levels

Consumers’ comfort with various retail, dining and travel activities, stagnant since the initial delta wave, remains unchanged in the omicron era

Ongoing COVID-19 Concerns Prompt Travelers to Watch Their Wallets, Insure Their Trips This Holiday Season

Americans are leveraging loyalty points and insuring their holiday travel in an effort to offset high costs this year

Consumers Are Returning to Meat Reduction Diets After a Dip in 2020

Flexitarianism was having a moment before the pandemic hit. Now, with nearly a quarter of U.S. adults following meat reduction diets, it looks like the upward trend is back

For Business Travel, a ‘Return to Normal’ Will Never Happen

Roughly 2 in 5 pre-pandemic business travelers report they’ll never travel for work again, so brands must plan for decreased volume in 2022 and beyond

Consumers Without Financial Anxiety Are Helping Drive BNPL, New Credit Card Holiday Growth

Shoppers who are worried about finances lead overall interest in alternative funding options such as BNPL, but they aren’t driving growth in the service

How BNPL Fits Into Shoppers’ Payment Plans This Holiday Season

Credit and debit cards still dominate, but interest in and usage of “buy now, pay later” services continue to grow among younger generations, with no signs of slowing down before the holiday season

BNPL Users Plan Bigger Holiday Purchases, Larger Budgets Than Everyday Shoppers

How consumers plan to use “buy now, pay later” services this holiday season, and how their budgets differ from those of the general public

What Retailers Need to Know as Consumers Face Inevitable Supply Chain Issues

The primary challenge for retailers will be keeping consumers on-site as inventories for sought-after items dwindle

Online Grocery’s Future Depends on Its Premium Past

Whole Foods Market’s new delivery surcharge won’t scare away online grocery’s core consumers even though orders have flattened this year, as the service leans into its benefit-driven audience

THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Tracking the Coronavirus Pandemic

U.S. Vaccine Dashboard

Deep insights into which segments of the population are most and least opposed to vaccinations, and what factors are driving skepticism

Global Vaccine Tracking

Morning Consult is conducting over 75,000 weekly surveys across the globe on the vaccine rollout

CDC Says N95 Masks Offer the Best Protection Against COVID-19. Few Americans Are Wearing Them

Findings show adults are split on how long they expect to mask up in public

Voters Largely Support White House Plans to Ship Free COVID-19 Tests, Masks

The move comes as voters’ net approval for Biden’s pandemic response remains underwater

Following Supreme Court’s Decision to Nix Federal Vaccine Requirement for Private Workers, More Than 1 in 2 Adults Say They Back Mandates by Employers

Findings come as employers weigh whether to issue their own requirements

Half of Adults Are in Favor of Shortened COVID-19 Isolation Period for Some Infected People

Data comes amid confusion over changing federal guidance

Public Concern Over Omicron May Have Peaked, Driven by Dip Among Unvaccinated

Less than half of unvaccinated adults now say they’re worried about omicron

Unpacking Omicron’s Muted Effect on Consumer Comfort Levels

Consumers’ comfort with various retail, dining and travel activities, stagnant since the initial delta wave, remains unchanged in the omicron era

Strong Majority of Adults Back Variety of Public Health Measures in Light of Omicron Variant, Including Travel Restrictions

Support for travel restrictions comes as European health officials have identified cases tied to the omicron variant predating strain’s detection in South Africa

The FDA Is Expected to Authorize COVID-19 Antiviral Pills. 3 in 4 Adults Say They’d Take Them if They Got Sick

HHS Secretary Becerra calls antiviral treatments a “life-saving tool” ahead of regulatory meeting

A Third of Voters Agree With Biden’s Timeline for Employer COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

Two dozen states have sued to block the rule, which takes effect in January

Concerns Over Breakthrough Cases, Unvaccinated Family Members Are Complicating Holiday Travel Forecasting

Holiday travel will see an uptick from 2020, writes travel and hospitality analyst Lindsey Roeschke, but many travelers are ready to reconsider their plans if pandemic conditions change

Almost Half of Parents Want Their Kids Vaccinated for COVID-19 as Soon as They’re Eligible

COVID-19 shots for children under 12 could come as soon as early November

Millions of Vaccinated Adults Can Now Get Booster Shots. 10% Say They Already Have

Data comes ahead of FDA advisory meetings on Moderna, Johnson & Johnson booster shots

White House’s COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates Have the Support of About 3 in 5 Americans

But stark divides persist among Democrats, Republicans on the measures to ramp up inoculation levels

More Than 3 in 4 Vaccinated Adults Say They Would Get a COVID-19 Booster if It’s Recommended

Findings come amid global debate over the necessity of boosters in wealthy countries

With Rise in Vaccine Mandates, Companies Offering Digital Certificates Have Growing Health Ambitions Amid ‘Sea Change’

Platforms grapple with data security and standardization while looking beyond pandemic

Fox News Personalities Started to Promote COVID-19 Vaccines. Viewers Have Taken Notice

Vaccine skepticism among Fox News viewers drops to record low, polling shows

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Tracking Trends in the Financial Services Industry

Morning Consult is tracking consumers’ trust in, usage of and satisfaction with financial services providers through a monthly survey of U.S. adults

Global Leader Approval Ratings

Tracking the approval rating for governmental leaders in 13 countries

The Financial Well-Being Scale

Each month Morning Consult polls at least 2,200 U.S. adults about how they view their personal financial situations and how this perception impacts their ability to feel secure and enjoy freedom of choice

Taking the Temperature: An Energy and Climate Tracker

Taking the Temperature represents Morning Consult’s ongoing effort to track how the U.S. public feels about energy and climate

Tracking the Emotional State of Americans

A monthly look at how moods are shifting throughout the country

Tracking Trust in U.S. Institutions

A weekly look at how Americans trust in major institutions is shifting

Is the United States Heading in the Right Direction?

Tracking whether Americans think that things in the country are going in the right direction.

Tracking the Return to Normal

Weekly updates on consumers’ comfort levels and more

The Vaccine Sentiment Dashboard

Morning Consult is conducting around 30,000 survey interviews each week on the vaccine rollout

The Morning Consult Consumer Confidence Dashboard

Consumers views regarding current and future personal financial conditions and business conditions.

Tracking Consumer Trends This Holiday Season

The COVID-19 pandemic is still lingering on, impacting the 2021 holiday season in new ways

Tracking Trust in Elections

An ongoing survey research project to gauge how voters are responding to unprecedented electoral conditions

Economics & finance

Tracking U.S. Consumer Confidence

Morning Consult surveys around 6,000 U.S. consumers every day on their views regarding current and future personal financial conditions and business conditions in the country as a whole.

Every week, Morning Consult’s U.S. consumer confidence dashboard updates with the latest national data and insights from our economic team. Additionally, state-level data and findings is updated once a month.

Russia-Ukraine Tensions Add to Europe’s Economic Worries

As European policymakers attempt to navigate the pandemic recovery, mounting geopolitical uncertainty surrounding Russia-Ukraine tensions is exacerbating Europe’s economic challenges

Supply Chain Disruptions Threaten U.S. Grocery Spending

Shortages of food items are disproportionately impacting more price-sensitive consumers

Inflation and Pay Losses Drive Financial Vulnerability

Financial vulnerability surged in January due to the combination of elevated inflation, income losses and reduced policy support

Consumer Spending Faces Mounting Headwinds

Rising incomes drove spending higher in December on a non-seasonally adjusted basis, but consumer demand faces numerous obstacles heading into 2022

Chinese Consumer Confidence Stabilizes in January, Despite Real Estate Concerns

Consumer sentiment has broadly stabilized in China this month, even amid additional COVID-19 outbreaks and further deterioration in housing price expectations

Looking Ahead in 2022: Economic Challenges for the New Year

Economic themes from 2021 will inform our analysis, but 2022 is likely to pose new challenges compared to last year

Chinese Consumer Confidence Takes a Tumble

Troubling COVID-19 developments and real estate market turmoil have taken their toll on consumer confidence in China in recent weeks

Consumers Are Feeling the Improvements in the Supply Chain

U.S. adults are having an easier time tracking down supply-constrained goods in November compared with October and September

Global Supply Chain Disruptions Are Widespread, but Starting to Clear

Most of the world’s largest economies continue to be impacted by supply chain disruptions and rising inflation

Consumer Confidence Unfazed by Omicron, Rising Cases

Despite an uptick in COVID-19 cases and the threat posed by the new omicron variant, U.S. consumers’ views toward the economy remain largely unchanged in recent weeks

Policy Response Instrumental in Shaping the Pandemic’s Impact on Inequality

As the pandemic hit vulnerable demographic groups the hardest, U.S. government actions have been and will continue to be critical in reducing the uneven impact of the economic crisis

Home Price Inflation May Be Losing Momentum

Home prices have risen steadily all year, but expectations for future price increases show signs of stabilizing

Confidence Continues to Fall in November

While a political and demographic divide helped drive the decline in confidence in October, rising COVID-19 cases appear to be behind the latest dip

Fading Uncertainty Drives October Job Growth

Workers learned from the delta-induced economic slowdown that jobs are more resilient to case outbreaks than they were earlier in the year

Supply Disruptions Derail U.K. Consumer Confidence

Supply-side disruptions and rising prices are weighing on British consumers’ confidence, threatening a long-anticipated recovery in spending

Job Searches Increase in September

Following a delta-driven setback in U.S. employment recovery, workers returned to the labor force in droves last month.

Supply Chain Disruptions Limit Consumer Spending

Amid widespread shortages and delivery delays, more than half of consumers reported difficulty procuring at least one product last month.

Delta Driving Uptick in Lost Income

A deteriorating public health situation in the U.S. has driven an increase in pay or income losses not yet captured in weekly unemployment insurance claims data, increasing the potential for another disappointing jobs report in September.

Asymmetrical Vaccine Access Drives Uneven Global Recovery

Consumer confidence is generally bouncing back more rapidly in countries with higher vaccination rates

Child Tax Credit Payments Leave Parents’ Ability to Pay Bills Unchanged

Not all families are benefitting equally from the credit: many single parents and lower-income households received a smaller payment than those received by high-income families, married parents

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Sinks as Delta Variant Cases Rise

Rising COVID-19 cases and the new Delta variant shook consumers’ confidence in July, with Morning Consult’s Index of Consumer Sentiment falling to its lowest level since March

Wage Pressures Likely to Retreat as Labor Market Normalizes

As the labor market adjusts to post-pandemic realities and millions re-enter the workforce, wage growth will likely moderate in most sectors while persisting in those with less flexible work environments

Over 3 Million Adults Plan on Re-entering the Labor Force Within 12 Months

Labor supply shortages and wage pressures should ease in the next 3 months if workers follow through on their plans

Expiring Unemployment Insurance Could Add Up to Nearly 2 Million Jobs This Year

The termination of federal unemployment insurance benefits is likely to produce an estimated 1.84 million jobs through the end of the year, particularly as more UI recipients begin actively looking for work

U.K. Consumer Confidence Stumbles in Wake of Delta COVID-19 Variant

From May 27 to June 30, Morning Consult’s Index of Consumer Sentiment in the United Kingdom fell from 85.4 to 81.7, marking the first significant decrease in confidence since the detection of the Brazilian variant in the U.K. on Feb. 28

U.S. & GLOBAL POLITICS

Featured Political Insights

Most Voters Want Pelosi to Leave Leadership, but the Bulk of Democrats Still Back Her

By a 16-point margin, Democratic voters said Pelosi should remain the House Democrats’ leader

Biden’s Supreme Court Pick Has Potential to Motivate Black Voters, Younger Democrats

Black voters are twice as likely as whites to strongly support the president’s plan to nominate a Black woman to Supreme Court

DeSantis Looks Competitive Against a Trump in 2024 — It’s Just Not the One You’re Thinking of

14% of GOP voters would support DeSantis against Donald Trump today; 24% would support him against Donald Trump Jr.

Biden’s Approval Rating Sinks to New Low as He Nears One Year in Office

On a letter-grade scale, Biden performs slightly better than Trump did four years ago

Biden Has Pinned Inflation on Large Businesses, and Over Half of Voters Seem to Agree

But nearly 3 in 5 voters still blame Biden’s policies for rising prices

Most Voters of All Parties Support Congressional Stock Trading Restrictions

More than 3 in 5 voters back a ban on stock trading for lawmakers, including 69% of Democrats and 58% of Republicans

Voters Are Divided Over Changing the Senate’s Rules for Voting Rights, but Most Back Changes to the Electoral Count Act

62% of Democrats back a filibuster carve-out for voting rights legislation, while the overall electorate is divided

John Thune Is Seeking Re-Election in South Dakota. Here’s What Polling Says About His Primary Prospects

80% of GOP voters in South Dakota approve of Thune’s job performance, but only 30% do so strongly

Republicans Are Even Less Confident in U.S. Elections Than They Were Before Jan. 6 Attack

Just 35% of Republicans trust the U.S. electoral system, down 8 points since before the melee at the Capitol

The Republican Party’s Image Has Recovered From the Fallout of Jan. 6

Voter sentiment about the GOP, and Trump himself, has bounced back over the past year

Most Democrats Want Biden to Run in 2024. But if He Doesn’t, Harris Looks Best-Positioned for the Nomination

31% of potential Democratic primary voters said they would support the VP if Biden decides to forgo re-election

Voters Aren’t Rewarding Biden for Democrats’ Legislative Wins

45% of voters approve and 52% disapprove of Biden’s job performance, unimproved since before infrastructure enactment, House passage of Build Back Better Act

Momentum for Biden Administration Ahead of Senate’s Build Back Better Talks: Most of the Public Is Supportive of COP26 Climate Pledges

But new data shows only small shares believe Biden -- or the United States as a whole -- has done enough

It’s Not Just Job Performance: Voters Increasingly View Biden, the Person, in a Negative Light

Since May, fewer voters see the 46th president as compassionate, capable or caring about them

Republicans See Education as a Key Midterm Wedge, but Polling Shows They’re on Better Footing With the Economy

Republicans have gained a 10-point trust advantage over Democrats on economic issues since January

How Republicans Facing Re-Election, With or Without Trump’s Backing, Are Faring Among Their Bases

Trump’s engagement isn’t a sure predictor of a Republican incumbent’s popularity with GOP voters

Democrats Dropped Medicare Dental and Vision Coverage From Their Social Spending Bill. Voters Say It’s Their Top Priority

Health care measures are the most popular among 18 provisions that were considered for the Build Back Better plan

Tracking Voter Trust in Elections

An ongoing survey research project to gauge how voters are responding to unprecedented electoral conditions

Global Leader Approval

Tracking the approval ratings of 13 leaders around the world

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Public Interest in Gas Stoves, Heating Systems Has Inched Down Over the Past Year

Mobile Payment Users Are Ready to Embrace Frictionless Retail Payments

Americans Support Sending Troops to Russia in Only One Scenario

Russia’s Reputation Among Europeans Has Slipped Amid Ukraine Standoff

As Silicon Valley Faces Greater Scrutiny, the Public Increasingly Views Big Tech as Powerful and in Need of More Regulation

Gauging the Impact of the Expanded Child Tax Credit’s Expiration

2 in 3 Democrats and 2 in 5 Republicans Back Proposal to Waive COVID-19 Vaccine Patent Rights

Amid Amazon Warehouse Union Push, Nearly 4 in 5 Voters Support Collective Bargaining

Super Bowl Viewership Poised to Increase This Year Thanks to Gen Zers, Millennials

1 in 4 U.S. Adults Say They’ll Bet on the Super Bowl This Year

Omicron, Inflation to Dampen Super Bowl Viewing Parties

Democratic Voters Have Fueled Flagging Confidence on the Future Success of U.S. Climate Action

Most Americans Are Fine With Beijing Olympic Spoilers

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Industry Analysis

Mobile Payment Users Are Ready to Embrace Frictionless Retail Payments

Omicron, Inflation to Dampen Super Bowl Viewing Parties

Vehicle Buyers Don’t Whine About Going Online, and Traditional Retailers Should Take Note

As Bitcoin’s Price Falls, Retail Investors Stay the Course

Restaurants Are Usually a Valentine’s Day Staple. Not This Year

Cruise Lines Must Continue to Address Safety Concerns to Stay Afloat

Consumers’ Mixed Emotions Foretell Roadblocks for an All-EV Future

How Embedded Finance Will Disrupt Traditional Financial Services Brands

Vehicle Brands Should Double Down on Brand Loyalty

Retailers Feel Pressure to Speed Up Deliveries, but It Isn’t Coming From Consumers

Vehicle Brands Should Double Down on Brand Loyalty

Consumers’ 2021 Financial Progress Was Hard Fought. 2022 Will Require More Support From Banks

Return Drop-Off Points Are a Win-Win for Retailers and Consumers

The Travel Industry Is Ripe for Payments Disruption

Overdrafted, Underbanked and Looking for New Providers: A Deep Dive Into Consumers Who Overdrafted in 2021

Dry January Movement Grows in 2022, but for Many It’s More Damp Than Dry

Is the Public Ready for the Innovations Coming Out of the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show?

The Peloton Scandal That Wasn’t

Unpacking Omicron’s Muted Effect on Consumer Comfort Levels

Ongoing COVID-19 Concerns Prompt Travelers to Watch Their Wallets, Insure Their Trips This Holiday Season

Consumers Are Returning to Meat Reduction Diets After a Dip in 2020

For Business Travel, a ‘Return to Normal’ Will Never Happen

Consumers Without Financial Anxiety Are Helping Drive BNPL, New Credit Card Holiday Growth

How BNPL Fits Into Shoppers’ Payment Plans This Holiday Season

BNPL Users Plan Bigger Holiday Purchases, Larger Budgets Than Everyday Shoppers

What Retailers Need to Know as Consumers Face Inevitable Supply Chain Issues

Online Grocery’s Future Depends on Its Premium Past

THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

U.S. Vaccine Dashboard

Global Vaccine Tracking

CDC Says N95 Masks Offer the Best Protection Against COVID-19. Few Americans Are Wearing Them

Voters Largely Support White House Plans to Ship Free COVID-19 Tests, Masks

Following Supreme Court’s Decision to Nix Federal Vaccine Requirement for Private Workers, More Than 1 in 2 Adults Say They Back Mandates by Employers

Half of Adults Are in Favor of Shortened COVID-19 Isolation Period for Some Infected People

Public Concern Over Omicron May Have Peaked, Driven by Dip Among Unvaccinated

Unpacking Omicron’s Muted Effect on Consumer Comfort Levels

Strong Majority of Adults Back Variety of Public Health Measures in Light of Omicron Variant, Including Travel Restrictions

The FDA Is Expected to Authorize COVID-19 Antiviral Pills. 3 in 4 Adults Say They’d Take Them if They Got Sick

A Third of Voters Agree With Biden’s Timeline for Employer COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

Concerns Over Breakthrough Cases, Unvaccinated Family Members Are Complicating Holiday Travel Forecasting

Almost Half of Parents Want Their Kids Vaccinated for COVID-19 as Soon as They’re Eligible

Millions of Vaccinated Adults Can Now Get Booster Shots. 10% Say They Already Have

White House’s COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates Have the Support of About 3 in 5 Americans

More Than 3 in 4 Vaccinated Adults Say They Would Get a COVID-19 Booster if It’s Recommended

With Rise in Vaccine Mandates, Companies Offering Digital Certificates Have Growing Health Ambitions Amid ‘Sea Change’

Fox News Personalities Started to Promote COVID-19 Vaccines. Viewers Have Taken Notice

TREND TRACKERS

Tracking Trends in the Financial Services Industry

Global Leader Approval Ratings

The Financial Well-Being Scale

Taking the Temperature: An Energy and Climate Tracker

Tracking the Emotional State of Americans

Tracking Trust in U.S. Institutions

Is the United States Heading in the Right Direction?

Tracking the Return to Normal

The Vaccine Sentiment Dashboard

The Morning Consult Consumer Confidence Dashboard