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    Demographics and population

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      Birth rates in rich countries halve to hit record low

      Steep decline in fertility will ‘change face of societies’ and affect growth prospects, says OECD

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      ‘We have an older generation often rattling around in large properties filled by possessions rather than people’

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      The FT’s chief economics commentator talks about what a life should look like as more of us live into our 80s and 90s and even 100s

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      Advisers from social media influencers to big consultants offer guidance on how to recruit and retain 20-somethings

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      Tech and generational changes increase urgency of upskilling

      Failure to stay informed about the rapid changes in technology will be bad news for businesses and workers

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      Younger workers in unexpected places are pressing their firms to take serious action on emissions

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    • Friday, 31 May, 2024
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      A new intergenerational contract is needed

      Pitching the old against the young is tempting but misguided

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      This time around, technology is shaking up the more highly-skilled white-collar roles

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      From the baby boom to the baby bust

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      A great wealth transfer will put tens of trillions of dollars into the hands of women

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    • Friday, 24 May, 2024
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      The EU’s population is shrinking faster than expected, putting strain on government finances and the bloc’s long-term prospects

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      Executive courses are tackling tensions in workforces often spanning boomers and Gen Z

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      Young people’s interest in watching sporting events is waning, threatening a business model built on broadcasting rights

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    • Friday, 10 May, 2024
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      Luxury brands adopt an informal approach as social media trends and influencers stoke interest among younger buyers

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      Young consumers drive sales boom in lab-grown diamonds, says Pandora

      ‘It’s a different value proposition, and people are voting with their wallets’, says chief of mass-market jeweller

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      For many, escaping the 9 to 5 is an alluring proposal. But how can you ensure you don’t run out of money — or get bored?

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    • Friday, 3 May, 2024
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    • Thursday, 2 May, 2024
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