People who work from home get more sleep and exercise
Published On Nov 11, 2024, 7:27 AM
According to a survey by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), people working from home are getting significantly more sleep and spending more time on exercise compared to those commuting to work. On average, homeworkers enjoyed an extra 24 minutes of sleep and 15 minutes more for exercise daily, thanks to the elimination of commute time. Despite a trend towards hybrid work arrangements, full-time homeworkers constitute only 13% of the workforce, while hybrid working is more popular among managers and those with higher educational qualifications.
Stock Forecasts
PTON
Positive
The increase in remote work and hybrid work models may boost industries related to home fitness, wellness, and technology that support remote work environments. As people prioritize health and well-being, companies in health tech or at-home fitness could see growing demand.
SPG
Negative
On the flip side, businesses reliant on office-based work might face challenges as people adapt to more flexible working arrangements, potentially leading to reduced demand in commercial real estate sectors.
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