June 2. Forty percent of Americans won’t feel comfortable getting on an airplane until there is a vaccine, according to a new WalletHub study. More than a quarter won’t feel comfortable staying in a hotel and 21 percent won’t feel comfortable dining out.
The findings suggest consumer perception of their safety will be a big factor in how quickly the economy recovers, and many people will alter their daily habits for years to come, according to a new WalletHub study.
Other key findings:
—Most Americans want a non-tax solution for recovery. Around 28 percent of Americans think that tax rates should increase to fund coronavirus recovery efforts.
—People view a full recovery in employment as far off. Almost 80 percent of Americans don’t think the unemployment rate will drop to pre-COVID-19 levels until at least the end of 2021, if at all.
—Many people want to find more stable jobs. 73.5 million Americans plan on looking for a job that is more pandemic-proof.
What would make you feel most comfortable shopping in-person again?
Everyone wearing masks: 34%
I am already comfortable: 30%
Nothing until there is a vaccine: 23%
Hand sanitizing stations: 8%
Plexiglass shields at register: 6%
The essence of the study suggests that as people consider the economic impact caused by COVID-19, they will also look for ways to protect themselves in the future. To view the full report, click here.
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