In December 2024, a public opinion survey found that only *** percent of Americans felt that the economy was in an excellent state. Of the Americans surveyed, ** percent considered the economy to be in a poor state.

We review the efficacy of three approaches to forecasting elections: econometric models that project outcomes on the basis of the state of the economy; public opinion polls; and election betting (prediction markets). We assess the efficacy of each in light of the 2004 Australian election. This election is particularly interesting both because of innovations in each forecasting technology, and also because the increased majority achieved by the Coalition surprised most pundits. While the evidence for economic voting has historically been weak for Australia, the 2004 election suggests an increasingly important role for these models. The performance of polls was quite uneven, and predictions both across pollsters, and through time, vary too much to be particularly useful. Betting markets provide an interesting contrast, and a slew of data from various betting agencies suggests a more reasonable degree of volatility, and useful forecasting performance both throughout the election cycle and across individual electorates.

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Are leaders held accountable for inherited conditions, and does accountability increase with time in office? I combine hundreds of opinion polls to test how new presidents are rewarded or punished for current economic perceptions, and how these judgments evolve over time. I find the economy influences voter evaluations in a president's first year, that it influences evaluations more so in the second year, and that it does not influence evaluations any more in later years. Surveys of governor approval and state economic conditions yield similar results, as does an original survey experiment exploiting the varying tenure of state governors in the wake of the 2018 elections. While raising questions about voter competence, these findings also suggest leaders have incentives to spread effort more broadly over their terms.

This statistic shows the perceived consumer expectations of the economy in Mexico from August 2018 to August 2019. The figures are a sub-index of the Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) as measured by Thomson Reuters / Ipsos. In August of 2019, the economic expectations perception index in Mexico stood at 63.2 percentage points.

The Socio-Cultural surveys are part of a major series of comparative international studies of basic values. Parallel surveys are done each year in several European countries and the United States. CROP Inc. began this series in Canada in 1983. These surveys investigate a wide range of basic attitudes- social, cultural, economic and political.

United States AHE: sa: PW: PB: Marketing Research & Public Opinion Polling data was reported at 42.150 USD in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 41.950 USD for Feb 2025. United States AHE: sa: PW: PB: Marketing Research & Public Opinion Polling data is updated monthly, averaging 20.120 USD from Jan 1990 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 423 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 42.840 USD in Jan 2025 and a record low of 12.150 USD in Feb 1990. United States AHE: sa: PW: PB: Marketing Research & Public Opinion Polling data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.G076: Current Employment Statistics: Average Hourly Earnings: Production Workers: Seasonally Adjusted.

OS: Perception of the Interest Rate Level: Too Low data was reported at 53.300 % in Jun 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 55.400 % for Mar 2018. OS: Perception of the Interest Rate Level: Too Low data is updated quarterly, averaging 52.800 % from Jun 2006 (Median) to Jun 2018, with 49 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 65.100 % in Mar 2016 and a record low of 43.700 % in Mar 2009. OS: Perception of the Interest Rate Level: Too Low data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Japan. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S073: Opinion Survey (OS) on the General Public's Views and Behavior: On Economic Conditions .

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Consumer opinion surveys: Economic Situation: Future tendency: National indicator for the United States was -41.00% in April of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Consumer opinion surveys: Economic Situation: Future tendency: National indicator for the United States reached a record high of 49.00 in May of 1983 and a record low of -41.00 in April of 2025. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Consumer opinion surveys: Economic Situation: Future tendency: National indicator for the United States - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on May of 2025.

This study is part of a continuing series of monthly polls that solicit public opinion on the presidency and on a range of other political and social issues. Each data file in the collection represents a distinct nationwide survey that was conducted during 1979. Approximately 1,000-1,500 randomly selected adults were interviewed by telephone in each poll. Respondents were asked to give their opinions of President Jimmy Carter and his handling of the presidency, foreign affairs, and the economy, as well as their views on a range of current social and economic issues. In addition the March 1979 Poll on Peace in the Middle East (Part 3) focused specifically on the peace treaty signed by Egypt and Israel. Respondents were asked if they believed this agreement would lead to long-term peace between the two nations, whether peace between Israel and other Arab countries was likely, and whether President Carter's participation and the United States' role in facilitating negotiations were necessary to achieve the peace agreement. Nuclear power and energy shortages were explored in Part 4, April 1979 Poll on Nuclear Power. Respondents were asked if they agreed that there was a need for more nuclear power plants, how they felt about having a nuclear power plant in their own community, and, given the choice, if they would rather build more power plants, cut back on personal use of energy, or pay higher prices for foreign oil. Other questions concerned how increasing gasoline prices might affect driving habits, the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant accident, and whether or not solar energy could solve the energy crisis. The June 1979 Poll-Pre-1980 Election (Part 5) focused on qualities voters looked for in presidential candidates and how ongoing domestic and international issues might affect their pre-election voting preferences. Specific topics included inflation, the energy crisis, and the arms race. Respondents were asked how rising gasoline prices, lines at gas stations, and the prospect of gasoline rationing had impacted their lives and driving habits, what they thought about the arms limitation talks between the United States and the Soviet Union, and whether the SALT treaty, if approved, would reduce the chance of war with the Soviet Union. The primary focus of Part 6, July 1979 Poll on the Oil Shortage, were gasoline and oil shortages, gasoline rationing, increasing energy prices, proposals for reducing energy consumption, and the United States' dependence on foreign oil. Respondents' views on presidential candidates, the influx of Asian refugees ('boat people'), and the possible legalization of marijuana were also elicited. The Mid-July 1979 Poll after President Carter's Speech (Part 7) explored respondents' reactions to the crisis in national confidence that President Carter had referred to in his televised speech. Respondents were asked whether they believed there was a crisis in confidence in the country, and if listening to the speech had changed their own sense of confidence in the United States. In Part 8, November 1979 Poll on Issues of 1979 (with Pre-1980 Election Focus), respondents were asked to rate how they felt things were going in the United States and in their personal life, how this compared to five years before and whether they anticipated the following five years to be better or worse. Additional questions concerned leadership qualities of presidential candidates, abortion rights, the ordination of women, whether the United States should negotiate with the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), and whether the SALT treaty should or should not be approved by the Senate. Background information on respondents includes voter participation history, political party affiliation, political orientation, age, race, religion, education, household income, armed forces service, and participation in labor unions.

In 2025, the outlook on the current state of the Dominican Republic's economy was quite negative. Around 60 percent of respondents said the outlook for the Dominican economy was very bad or bad, while almost 23 percent said it was average.

This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political, economic, and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the economy, respect for various institutions and organizations, opinion of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), opinion of government leaders, election preferences, and social changes. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as belief in miracles, whether or not Nazi war criminals are thought to be in Canada still, and questions related to political party preference. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the economy; government; election; belief in miracles; acceptance of social changes; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.

United States - Total Revenue for Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling, All Establishments, Employer Firms was 29106.00000 Mil. of $ in January of 2022, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Total Revenue for Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling, All Establishments, Employer Firms reached a record high of 29106.00000 in January of 2022 and a record low of 9711.00000 in January of 1998. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Total Revenue for Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling, All Establishments, Employer Firms - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

OS: Current Econ Condition: Somewhat Unfavorable data was reported at 30.800 % in Sep 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 31.700 % for Jun 2018. OS: Current Econ Condition: Somewhat Unfavorable data is updated quarterly, averaging 41.700 % from Dec 2006 (Median) to Sep 2018, with 48 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 55.000 % in Mar 2008 and a record low of 29.300 % in Mar 2014. OS: Current Econ Condition: Somewhat Unfavorable data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Japan. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S072: Opinion Survey (OS) on the General Public's Views and Behavior: On Economic Conditions .

This dataset covers ballots spanning January-December 2000. The dataset contains the data resulting from these polls in ASCII. The ballots are as follows: 001 - January This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, news sources, and problems facing Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as St. Valentine's Day, relationship with spouse, and Jean Chretien. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; news sources; problems facing Canada; relationship with spouse; St. Valentine's Day; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 002 - February This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, the merger between the Progressive Conservative Party and the Reform Party, and homosexual rights. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as discipline in school, satisfaction with childhood education, Jean Chretien, and neighbourhood safety. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; political party merger; Jane Stewart; homosexual rights; discipline in school; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 003 - March This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, the federal budget, and reforms to the Young Offenders Act (YOA). There are also questions on other topics of interest such as health care, honesty of professionals, Jean Chretien, and legalization of marijuana. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; Young Offenders Act; honest of professionals; marijuana possession; federal budget; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 004 - April This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, the upcoming federal election, and confidence in public institutions. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as who will be the leader of the Canadian Reform Conservative Alliance (CRCA), preference for male/female boss, Jean Chretien, and road testing for elderly. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; CRCA; male/female boss; confidence in public institutions; road testing; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 005 - May This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly economic, political, and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, current economic conditions, and hunger in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as who will be the leader of the Canadian Reform Conservative Alliance (CRCA), internet usage, Jean Chretien, and church attendance. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; CRCA; hunger; internet; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 006 - June This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, concern for the environment, and driving habits. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as who will be the leader of the Canadian Reform Conservative Alliance (CRCA), Canada Day, Jean Chretien, and Canadian identity. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; CRCA; driving habits; Canada Day; environment; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 007 - July This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, violent crime levels, and child abuse. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as immigration policy, diet and exercise, and Jean Chretien. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; child abuse; violent crime levels; immigration policy; diet and exercise; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 008 - August This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, health care, and the death penalty. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as job security, police car chases, Jean Chretien, and universities in Canada. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; best university in Canada; health care; brain drain; death penalty; job security; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 009 - September This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly economic, political, and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, current economic conditions, and the future of the monarchy in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the direction of Canada and Jean Chretien. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; monarchy; Jean Chretien; economy; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 010 - October This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, firearms, and volunteering. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as halloween, leadership characteristics, and Jean Chretien. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: election; firearms; volunteering; halloween; leadership characteristics; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 011 - November This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the federal elections, abortion, and Prime Minister abilities. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as important problems in Canada, leadership characteristics, and Jean Chretien. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: elections; abortions; Prime Minister and party abilities; leadership characteristics; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included. 012 - December This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions of the past federal election, employment, and the economy. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as Christmas, leadership characteristics, and Jean Chretien. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables.

Among the selected economic issues, housing and rental prices were the most concerning for Turkish people in October 2023. They were followed by the high prices of products and services in the country, as 77 percent of the survey respondents were concerned about these issues.

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This statistic shows the opinion of residents of the United States in 2016 on how they think the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) will affect their country. In 2016, 29 percent of U.S. residents thought TTIP would be positive for the economic growth of the United States.