The Edelman Trust Barometer, a survey conducted for twenty years that measures trust in governments, media, business, and NGOs, revealed an increase in trust in autocratic states like China. Despite this, the survey also showed that business, due to its efforts in developing vaccines and adapting to new workplace and retail practices, continues to be highly trusted globally. However, there are concerns about its commitment to social fairness. Richard Edelman, who oversaw the survey of over 36,000 respondents in 28 countries, noted a decline in trust in democracies, attributing it to economic confidence and concerns about job losses due to the pandemic or automation. In the past year, institutions in Germany, Australia, the Netherlands, South Korea, and the United States have seen a decline in public trust, while public trust in institutions in China, the United Arab Emirates, and Thailand has increased. Despite trillions of dollars in stimulus spending by wealthy nations to support their economies during the pandemic, there is still a lack of lasting confidence. In Japan, only 15% of people believe they will be better off in five years, while in China and India, a majority are optimistic about their economic futures. Edelman stated that in China, higher levels of public trust are not only related to economic beliefs but also to a stronger sense of predictability regarding Chinese policies, especially during the pandemic. He mentioned that there is consistency between actions and words in China, giving the example of their better handling of the COVID-19 situation compared to the US. The latest Edelman survey reflects a trend of increasing dissatisfaction with capitalism, political leaders, and the media in recent years. Concerns about "fake news" are at an all-time high, with three-quarters of respondents globally expressing worry about its potential use as a weapon. Climate change has become a significant societal fear, now ranking just below unemployment as a major concern. Business leaders are under pressure to act in alignment with their beliefs and values, as many consumers and employees expect them to make socially responsible decisions. Despite this, a significant portion of people feel that businesses are not taking sufficient action to address climate change, economic inequality, and workforce reskilling.