A new report by the World Risk Poll 2024, in collaboration with Lloyd’s Register Foundation, reveals startling insights into global economic resilience. Surveying 147,000 people across 142 countries, the poll asked how long individuals could manage basic needs like food and shelter without any income. The findings highlight a stark divide: nearly half of respondents under 34 worldwide can't cover their expenses for even a month if they lose their income. The report also emphasizes significant disparities between developed and developing nations, where economic stability drastically affects people's ability to weather financial storms. This eye-opening study not only sheds light on global financial vulnerabilities but also underscores broader risks facing humanity today.
With nearly half of the world's under-34 population unable to meet their basic needs for a month or less without income, it's no surprise that financial resilience is a hot topic.
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