<p>Click below to explore how global communities are reacting to changes in the economy, and how their daily habits, and outlooks have changed.</p>
Consumers in China and India are the most optimistic for their country’s economy. South Africa and France are the most concerned.
Only 32% are optimistic that it will improve next year.
When looking at household sizes, single parents (11%) are unable to meet their expenses at a higher rate than multi-parent households (7%), couples (8%) and singles (10%).
Typically, people put off a purchase or skip an event to save money.
Consumers, however, are equally likely to have purchased things like accessories or clothing as they were to have delayed a purchase.