Interesting NYT podcast yesterday. The latest census shows the lowest U.S. birth rate in almost a century. This could have big implications for young and future retirees -- health insurance, elder care, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid. The discussion does not get into savings and portfolio performance, or retirement specifically, but it does mention the possible effects on economic growth.
A Population Slowdown in the U.S.
How the declining birth rate could profoundly shape the nation's future.
Today's episode is about how a population slowdown is affecting Japan. I'm about to listen to that one.
A Population Slowdown in the U.S.
How the declining birth rate could profoundly shape the nation's future.
Today's episode is about how a population slowdown is affecting Japan. I'm about to listen to that one.