baby bust
Coverage of baby bust in the Nexus archive.
- Malaysia’s baby bust accelerates shift towards greying society
Malaysia is experiencing a demographic shift as children under 14 account for 21.2% of the population in 2026, down from 21.6% in 2025, while the proportion of people aged 65 and above rises. This trend raises concerns about future workforce sustainability, tax contributions, and caregiving challenges.
- America's missing middle: The shrinking 45-64 population
The U.S. population aged 45-64 declined by 3.2% from 2020 to 2025, with the Northeast experiencing the largest drop at 7.1%. This shrinking demographic, part of Generation X and younger baby boomers, raises concerns about fewer experienced adults to mentor workers and care for aging populations. The decline is attributed to aging, migration, and housing shortages in certain regions.
- India's surprise baby bust is a warning to the world
India is experiencing an unexpected decline in birth rates, termed a 'baby bust,' which experts warn could have global implications. The phenomenon is highlighted as a cautionary trend for other countries.
- India’s surprise baby bust is a warning to the world
India is experiencing a significant decline in fertility rates, challenging the notion that such trends are exclusive to wealthy nations. This 'baby bust' serves as a global warning about changing demographic patterns.