Both in regions that have experienced a population surge over recent decades and in economies in which the population is gradually shrinking, transition is the hallmark of our times and the shifts entailed carry substantial implications for the employment market. To remain relevant and competitive, businesses will need to proactively consider population trends when planning their workforce strategies.
Global
11.07.2024
4 ’
Demographic trends
across borders
across borders
Both in regions that have experienced a population surge over recent decades and in economies in which the population is gradually shrinking, transition is the hallmark of our times and the shifts entailed carry substantial implications for the employment market. To remain relevant and competitive, businesses will need to proactively consider population trends when planning their workforce strategies. So today, as the world celebrates UN World Population Day, we explore the key demographic trends affecting labour markets across regions and countries.
France
05.12.2023
3 ’
France reforms
pension system
pension system
France adopted controversial changes to its pension system on 14 April 2023, with most relevant provisions coming into effect from 1 September. Here is an overview of some of the most important changes.
Global
13.04.2023
8 ’
Fertility crisis: impact on employment
Fertility rates have reached a critical low in some countries across the globe. In several countries births have fallen below the rate necessary to sustain the current population and it is predicted that many more countries will experience sub-replacement fertility rates in the years ahead. At the same time, the average age at which women have their first child is rising, in many countries to over 30.
Middle East & Asia Pacific
12.04.2023
1 ’
Raising the birthrate in Hong Kong and Singapore
Low birthrate is an issue in a number of countries around the world, particularly in the APAC region. And this has consequences for both governments and employers.
Global
12.04.2023
1 ’
Family leave and pay across the world
Fertility falls within a constellation of broader issues involving childbirth and parenting.
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