The population of those over 65 is projected to grow from 852 million in 2025 to 2 billion in 2060. In that time, the total global population is expected to rise from 8.13 billion to 10.23 billion by 2060.
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, International Database ; Chart: Noah Bressner/Axios People 65 and older now outnumber children ages 5 and younger worldwide for the first time in recorded history, according to a new report by the U.S. Census. Why it matters: A global plunge in fertility — demographers' term for the number of children being born — and increased longevity are creating a demographic inversion that's projected to deepen for decades. - It's a trend that's shifting the historic balance between working-age people and older adults . By the numbers: The scale and speed of the shift as the youngest Baby Boomers move toward their mid-60s are striking. They reflect the scope of the challenge in caring for the elderly and maintaining…
Fertility rates in East Asia are among the lowest in the world, but one country is finally seeing a bump in the number of births. Our hosts ask why young people in the region are still so uncertain about starting families and what can be done to turn the trend around. 0:00 East Asia has a fertility rate problem 3:23 The cost of having children in Asia 6:49 South Korea's birthrate is rebounding 10:48 Why young people are turning away from parenthood 16:34 How Japan is steering into the future Stream the rest of Meanwhile in Asia on the CNN app: https://cnn.it/3UKHW1K #Podcast #Asia #SouthKorea
South Korea, which has one of the world’s lowest fertility rates, is in the throes of a breakdown in emergency care. It is particularly acute for at-risk newborns.
The number of children living in major cities in the United States has fallen by six percent, with Californian cities experiencing the steepest declines.
A new report has revealed a significant decline in child populations across major cities in the United States, with cities in California experiencing some of the steepest losses. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: - DETAIL: According to data published by The Wall Street Journal, the number of children living in major U.S. cities has dropped six percent over the past decade. Out of the 25 cities with the largest child population declines, six of them are in California. San Jose has lost 20 percent of its population under 18 and 34 percent of children under five years old. San Diego has lost 14 percent of its children, Fresno lost five percent, Sacramento lost four percent, and San Francisco has lost three percent. The study includes cities…Open
Deaths will outnumber births every year from 2026 onwards in the United Kingdom, according to official projections.
The United Kingdom faces a major demographic shift with deaths projected to exceed births annually from 2026 onwards, raising concerns about the economic and social implications. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Deaths will outnumber births every year from 2026 onwards in the United Kingdom, according to official projections. DETAIL: According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), England and Wales will experience 450,000 more deaths than births over the next ten years. The number of deaths is expected to officially pass the number of births this week. While the number of deaths has surpassed the number of births in the past, such as at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and during the post-pandemic period in 2023, these…Open
52% of families had both parents working full-time positions
A survey of readers highlights concerns over declining birth rates in the United States, with respondents emphasizing the importance of traditional values, economic stability, and support for families.
A recent survey highlights concerns over declining birth rates in the United States, with respondents favoring bigger families and emphasizing the importance of traditional values. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: A poll found that 87 percent of respondents believe having children is essential to a fulfilling life, while 71 percent expressed concern about declining birth rates in developed countries. The survey highlighted the importance of religious faith , family values, and economic stability in encouraging family growth. Crucially, when asked about ideal family size, most respondents favored three or more children, with 68 percent saying a family should have at least three children—indicating that birth rates are not falling…Open
Researchers estimate iPhone rollout explains up to 52% of the decline in the U.S. fertility rate between 2007 and 2011.
A new study compares the U.S. birth rate decline to the release of the first iPhone in 2007. Right now, the fertility rate is below the “replacement level.” NewsNation’s Rich Bodee has the details.