Business & Finance
Why Japan is the perfect place to turn 50
A significant birthday feels less so in a country that has become a global pioneer of ageing — for better and for worse.
Demography
Business & Finance
When the customer is not always right
Demographics are squeezing Japan’s ability to deliver the same high levels of service as before.
Business & Finance
Births in Germany fall to lowest for a decade
Declining rate will put downward pressure on labour force and economic growth, experts warn.
Business & Finance
What we really know about the global economy
From demography to technology, we must pay attention to the forces that will certainly shape our future.
Business & Finance
Predictions: China’s record-low births will leave a global mark
A longer-term economic impact comes from a shrinking labour force.
