Optimism is high among participants in a new 23-country poll by Ipsos for Reuters news.

Eight in ten agree (80%, up 8 points since 2011) they are optimistic that 2013 will be a better year than 2012. This optimism is mirrored by a similar spike in those optimistic that the global economy will be stronger in 2013. Even though only half (49%) agree, the measure represents an eight-point improvement since last year.

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To view the full report and data set, visit:
http://ipsos-na.com/news-polls/pressrelease.aspx?id=5932

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