Checking the pulse of the global economy

Countries across the world have undergone a rollercoaster ride due to the global financial crisis, but there are signs that a slow but sure recovery of global economies took place during 2010. According to a survey conducted by Ipsos Markinor, South Africa, the global aggregate assessment rose by 3 points. Citizens in 24 countries assessed the state of their country’s economy including South Africa. An international sample of 18 788 adults were interviewed. Interestingly, 88% of consumers in India, (the highest percentage globally), felt that the economy in their country was very good. In South Africa, only 41% felt that the economy was good, while the lowest was Japan at 6%.