A recent international research institute IPSOS survey shows that only 10% of Pakistanis think the country is moving in the right direction.
The survey, part of the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) in Pakistan, reflects growing concerns about the economy, with many expressing a pessimistic outlook.
According to the survey, 11% of Pakistanis believe the country’s situation is improving, with rural residents (12%) being slightly more optimistic than urban ones (8%). However, this optimism has declined compared to last year, when 18% of people were hopeful about the future.
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The survey also highlights the main worries of Pakistani citizens:
- Inflation: 33% of respondents say rising prices are their top concern.
- Unemployment: 18% are troubled by joblessness.
- Electricity Bills: 11% find increasing electricity costs burdensome.
Furthermore, other issues include poverty (9%), electricity outages (7%), the weakening rupee (3%), corruption (2%), interference by state institutions (1%), and food security concerns (1%).
