Provider inSights Q1 and Q2 2025 Report Summary
This summary is a condensed version of the full Provider inSights report, published by The Vision Council. It is designed to provide a quick, accessible snapshot of key findings, ideal for sharing with eyecare providers and industry stakeholders who need a high-level overview without the full detail.
About the Summary
This one-page summary report includes essential highlights from the comprehensive Q1 & Q2 2025 Provider inSights Report. The data selected for the summary identifies trends shaping the eyecare landscape and is intended as a quick reference for conversations, meetings, or outreach to practitioners.
Key Takeaways
Economic Outlook
Over half of eyecare providers (56%) believe that the U.S. economy performed worse in the first half of 2025 compared to the last half of 2024. 57% of providers believe that the economy will get worse in the rest of 2025.
Tariffs
- 62% of providers said that tariffs have already impacted their practices. 66% expect sustained or additional impacts from tariffs in the rest of 2025.
- 9 out of 10 providers report the strongest impact of tariffs on wholesale prices of eyewear, and 8 out of 10 providers say that tariffs impacted wholesale prices of practice supplies.
Smart Eyewear
- 4 in 10 providers report offering smart eyewear to their patients.
- Of those who offer them, most (74%) providers sell smart eyewear once a month or less often.
- Of those who do not sell smart eyewear, 38% cite lack of patient demand.
Why This Summary Matters
This abbreviated version offers a quick-glance understanding of the broader report, perfect for use in newsletters, internal updates, or as a tool to keep providers informed without requiring a deep dive.
To explore the full findings and detailed data, the complete report is available as a downloadable PDF.