Austria Ranks High in 2026 Pessimism Survey
A recent survey conducted by Gallup International has revealed a striking level of pessimism among Austrians regarding the upcoming year, 2026. The findings were shared by various media outlets on Thursday, highlighting Austria’s place as one of the most negative outlooks in the world.
Austrian Outlook for 2026
In the survey, which encompassed feedback from around 1,000 respondents in 60 different countries, Austria ranked third in terms of pessimism. Only Bulgaria and Bosnia and Herzegovina reported a bleaker outlook.
Key Statistics from the Survey
- 15% of Austrian respondents believe 2026 will be better than 2025.
- 41% anticipate that 2026 will be worse.
- 39% expect no significant change from 2025.
- Austria’s net optimism score for 2026 is -26 points.
Comparative Analysis
In contrast, last year demonstrated even greater pessimism among Austrians, with 50% expecting 2025 to be worse than 2024. Austria’s net score for 2026 is comparable to those of Ghana and Belgium, while Bosnia and Herzegovina has a score of -28 points and Bulgaria leads at -36 points.
Global Context
The survey results place Kenya as the most optimistic nation, with a net score of +67 points. Other countries with a positive outlook include:
- Syria: +61 points
- Saudi Arabia: +58 points
- Colombia: +45 points
- India: +44 points
On a global scale, 37% of individuals surveyed believe that 2026 will offer improvements over 2025, while 25% predict a decline, and 31% foresee stability.
These findings indicate a significant trend of pessimism in Austria, raising important questions about the underlying factors contributing to these negative perceptions regarding the upcoming year.
