Global Talent Barometer Methodology

The ManpowerGroup Global Talent Barometer 2026 captures the perspectives of workers worldwide,  measuring well-being, job satisfaction, and confidence. 

It provides a clear view of what employees value and expect as  work continues to evolve, delivering actionable insights for employers to help shape and guide the future of work. 

Fieldwork Conducted:
1 September – 1 October 2025

19 Countries Surveyed:
Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, United Kingdom (U.K.), and the United States (U.S.).

Survey Methodology:
Survey responses were collected from 13,918 workers. The data is weighted to match the worker population in each country by gender, age and region, and all countries are equally weighted.

Modified Question Wording:
Edits have been made to question text throughout this report to ensure readability. Complete versions of any shortened statements can be found in the 'About the Survey' section at the end of the report.