How Life is Changing in the Age of Coronavirus

Wave 31 - September 2021

It's that time of the year again - the holiday season is approaching. Are friends and family already planning or are they taking a wait-and-see approach? What factors play into how people will spend their time and money?

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How Long Will This Go On?

A majority believe the virus will last longer than the next 5 months -
no change from the previous month.

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Confidence in both
the US & UK government
remains the same.

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Optimism about the
outcome of the crisis holds
steady in the US & UK. 

 

 

Comparing This Year to Last Year

More people in the UK are anticipating this holiday season will be different.  

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It's a mixed bag... some are excited, while others are not yet comfortable.

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A Holiday Boost

Some want a COVID booster shot before the holidays to be safe.

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Who's Invited?

Family and other vaccinated people are more likely to get an invite, while the UK is

keen on spending time with friends.

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Do parents feel young children are missing out?

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Gift Giving

The majority will continue to spend the same amount as they have in the past.

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Most are planning to spread joy by purchasing online.  

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Supply Chain Worries

Some are planning ahead due to increasing concerns over supply chain issues.

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