Optimism about the future of the economy and views about political reform
Countries where there are more …
Note: The question about children being better off financially was asked in spring 2024.
Source: Spring 2025 Global Attitudes Survey.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Optimism about the future of the economy and views about political reform
Countries where there are more …
| Country | Grouping | Percentage who say that when children in their country grow up, they will be better off financially than their parents |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | Optimistic reformers | 30 |
| India | Optimistic reformers | 75 |
| Indonesia | Optimistic reformers | 71 |
| Kenya | Optimistic reformers | 34 |
| South Africa | Optimistic reformers | 27 |
| Argentina | Optimistic reformers | 50 |
| U.S. | Pessimistic reformers | 26 |
| France | Pessimistic reformers | 14 |
| Greece | Pessimistic reformers | 25 |
| Italy | Pessimistic reformers | 19 |
| Poland | Pessimistic reformers | 41 |
| Spain | Pessimistic reformers | 20 |
| Japan | Pessimistic reformers | 16 |
| South Korea | Pessimistic reformers | 27 |
| Turkey | Pessimistic reformers | 19 |
| Canada | Status quo supporters | 16 |
| Germany | Status quo supporters | 35 |
| Netherlands | Status quo supporters | 27 |
| Sweden | Status quo supporters | 32 |
| Australia | Status quo supporters | 20 |
Note: The question about children being better off financially was asked in spring 2024.
Source: Spring 2025 Global Attitudes Survey.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
