Thread: 9 out of 10 expats say moving abroad was the correct decision

According to a new survey released this week, 9 out of 10 expats think they made the right choice in moving from the UK, which may be in part because of the austerity measures - backed this week by the International Monetary Fund - which are causing financial pain to many in Britain.

The mood around the world is mixed, and the perception of future economic growth varies dramatically. For example, expats in China, Australia and the UAE are very confident about their financial future, according to the NatWest International Personal Banking fourth annual Quality of Life Index, with 96 per cent of expats in China expecting strong economic growth.

In contrast, those in European countries fear a much slower economic recovery. Europe is still subject to far greater economic concerns than countries elsewhere, with the bail-outs of Greece, Ireland and Portugal all combining to cause concern. Spain has not asked for help to shore up its economy, but there are still fears that this could happen.

Dave Isley, head of NatWest International Personal Banking, said: “It is encouraging to see that expats express self-assurance about their ability to triumph over the recessionary pressures which are causing uncertainty and cutbacks in many multi-national businesses. There is a marked difference in optimism between those expats based in Europe and those based elsewhere.

“However, it is encouraging to see that despite these variations, the majority of expats present a reasonably confident view of their situation and future prospects.”

That survey really doesn't surprise me. It's just part of human nature to not want to admit one's mistakes. From what I've read in the past, it seems that 50% of people that post on other forums who about returning home, seem to be in the dilemma of wanting to do it, but worrying about what people will think of their "failure" when they get back.
If people could realise that it's not a failure to try something and decide it's not for you, they might be a lot happier.

I agree, the result doesnt surprise me at all but judging by the numbers of people who return home I think the reality is definitely different to the figures. For whatever reason some do seem to see themselves as failures if they choose to go home.