Our Scans · (ZY.4.06) Demography · Weekly Summary

• UN-Habitat and the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, which generates and compiles major global demographic, economic, and social data, project a global population of about 9.7 billion by 2050, with about 68% living in urban areas-around 6.6 billion people. World Socialist Web Site
• Modeling consumer trends and demographic change through 2050, World Data Lab covers 99.5% of the world's population across 190+ countries, 9,000+ cities, and 200+ spending categories. World Data Lab
• Late marriage, singlehood, and fewer children might further skew the global demography with greying population. The Daily Star
• The demographic situation in OECD countries will change dramatically over the next 25 years. Modern.az
• The global population aged 60 and above will reach 2.1 billion by 2050, a demographic cohort with documented high per-capita spending on anti-aging cosmetics. Persistence Market Research
• A key demographic driver is the expanding Hispanic male population, which the U.S. Census Bureau projects will account for 21% of adult males by 2030, creating a large, underpenetrated demand base. Persistence Market Research
• The projected global population by mid-century, while Europe's share is expected to fall to around 4.5%, highlighting the demographic shift reshaping Europe's economic weight and its long-term competitiveness relative to China and the United States. China-US Focus
• 2025 says technological change, demographic shifts and the green transition will reshape labour markets by 2030, making workforce transformation a priority for employers. Change in Content
• The global demographic shift toward an aging population has increased the prevalence of chronic diseases and pharmacotherapy, often leading to polypharmacy and a heightened risk of adverse drug events. SpringerLink
• The Chinese government worried about two things: mental health risks, already linked to teen suicides in the US, and demographic harm - young women bonding with AI companions and then refusing to marry or have children, worsening an already severe fertility crisis. BigGo Finance
• Regional markets such as India, Southeast Asia, and Africa will continue to be growth engines, driven by demographic trends, rising disposable incomes, and increasing urbanization. Verified Market Reports
• 2025 says that macrotrends such as technological change, economic uncertainty, demographic shifts, and the green transition will shape labour markets through 2030. Change in Content
• The growing global population has underscored the connection between demographic trends, climate change and sustainable development, making investment in education, health care and economic opportunities increasingly important, particularly for women and young people. KT
• More than half of projected population growth is in sub-Saharan Africa, while many countries in Europe and East Asia are projected to experience demographic ageing, low fertility rates, and, in some cases, long-term population decline. World Peace Foundation
• The population aged 65 and over in the European Union is expected to reach 29.4% of the total population by 2050, significantly expanding the demographic requiring chronic cancer management. Market Data Forecast
• The evolution of the senior housing sector represents more than a demographic shift-it's a strategic opportunity shaped by the aging U.S. population and rising healthcare needs. Inland Real Estate Investment Corporation
• East Asia is facing a looming demographic crisis with significant population reductions expected in countries like China and Japan. PubMed Central (PMC)
• China's population is projected to decline from about 1.4 billion to roughly 800 million by the end of the century - a shift driven by long-term demographic trends rather than any single policy choice. Forbes

Last updated: 16 October 2026