Consumer Pulse Wave 7

The proportion of respondents experiencing negative impact on household income remains high at 73% (Wave 6: 71%), clearly reflecting the onset of the third wave in mid-July.

Amongst impacted respondents, 76% (Wave 6: 79%) are concerned about paying their bills.

Consumers are aware of their financial health as 86% (Wave 6: 89%) of respondents find credit monitoring important during the pandemic.

On the other hand, 44% (Wave 6: 32%) of respondents do not know their credit scores, suggesting more credit awareness and education programs are required.