A global poll conducted among almost 67,000 people in 65 countries shows an increase in international positivity, as 50% believe that 2014 will be a better year than 2013. The research also shows that the global economic outlook for 2014 is the most positive it had been in 25 years.

The story in Ireland diverges slightly from the rest of the world, with the country’s 2014 perspective less optimistic. While 31% feel that this year will be better than last, a slightly higher proportion believe it will be worse (34%). This pessimism is perhaps re-enforced by the below-Western-European-average happiness level, with only two in five claiming to be happy:

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Attached is a more detailed report outlining methodology, sample size and all results:
241213 EOY release 2013 Western Europe Ireland – final