Contrary to expectations, the Luxembourg population does not harbour a particularly favourable view of companies, as revealed by a recent survey conducted by the "Quest" institute. The findings suggest a notable lack of business friendliness, indicating strong and polarised opinions among the respondents.
Concerning social and environmental challenges, one-third of the surveyed population perceives companies as part of the problem. On the flip side, just over a third holds the belief that companies play a role in the solution. Age categories influence these perspectives, with variations in opinions.
8% of respondents express the view that companies lack sensitivity to ecological and social challenges, signalling a growing concern for sustainable practices. Over half of the participants assert that companies need to foster more innovation to address humanity's problems and challenges.
The survey also highlights that 37% of respondents desire a greater emphasis on valuing employees within companies. Half of the participants believe that the future focus of companies should prioritise employees and working conditions.
According to Quest, there is significant scepticism regarding the civic responsibility of companies. A quarter of respondents (25%) believe that companies do not adhere to the law. Additionally, 22% feel that politicians in Luxembourg maintain a too-close relationship with businesses. Almost half (49%) advocate for increased regulations to safeguard consumers, with only a minority proposing less regulation to maintain competitiveness on a global scale.
Overall, participants under 35 exhibit significantly more critical attitudes toward companies, as indicated by Quest's analysis.
The survey, conducted in the last two weeks of November, involved interviews with 800 people to compile these insights.
