India Slips to Third Rank in Edelman Trust Barometer 2025: Key Insights and Global Trends
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | India slipped to 3rd position in the Edelman Trust Barometer 2025, revealing key global trust trends. |
| Top 3 Global Rankings | 1. China 2. Indonesia 3. India |
| India's Trust Score | Score remained unchanged, but Indonesia overtook India for the 2nd spot due to an improved score. |
| Trust in Indian Companies | India ranks 13th globally for trust in companies headquartered in India. Canada ranks 1st. |
| Trust by Income Groups | High-Income Group: Ranked 4th globally with 80% trust. Low-Income Group: Ranked 3rd globally with 65% trust. Trust Gap: 15%. |
| Trust Levels: Developing vs. Developed Nations | Developing Nations: China: 77%, Indonesia: 76%, India: 75%, UAE: 72%. Developed Nations: Japan: 37% (lowest), Germany: 41%, UK: 43%, US: 47%, France: 48%. |
| Economic Inequality Perception | 67% believe the wealthy avoid fair taxation. 65% blame the wealthy for societal problems. |
| Alarming Global Trends | - Grievance and mistrust: 69% worry about leaders misleading the public. - Fear of discrimination: 63% globally; highest surge (14%) in the US among whites. - Polarization: 53% of youth (18-34) approve hostile activism (e.g., online attacks, disinformation, violence). |
| Confusion Over Information | 63% respondents find it harder to differentiate credible news from deceptive information. |
| Trust in Employers | 75% employees globally trust their employers, making them the most trusted institution. |