Inflation and Russia's invasion of Ukraine among main worries for consumers

For 32% of consumers, Russia's invasion of Ukraine was their top worry, while 22% of people cited rising inflation rates as their primary concern

The proportion of consumers saving regularly has fallen substantially to 40% in May from 47% in February.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine and high inflation rates are the two top concerns for consumers, according to a survey from the Bank of Ireland.

Bank of Ireland’s Savings and Investment Index monitors consumers attitudes towards savings and investment. It analyses their views on the present savings and investment environment, as well as looking at their perspectives on the future.