July 2026
03Jul

How Americans Are Thinking About Aging: For older adults, income largely shapes the aging experience

By Luona Lin & Juliana Menasce Horowitz The U.S. population is aging rapidly. From 2004 to 2024, the share of Americans ages 65 and older increased from 12.4% to 18.0%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This is due in part to the country’s declining birth rate and increased life expectancy, but also because Baby Boomers – whose generation is defined by the increase of births in the U.S. following World War II – are now well into their 60s and 70s. This research is part of...

July 3, 2026
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03Jul

The Longevity Economy Outlook 2026: How adults age 50 and older are reshaping work, spending and the future of the U.S. economy

By AARP The AARP Longevity Economy Outlook 2026, developed by Economist Enterprise, explores the wide-ranging impacts of the 50-plus population in the U.S., measuring the size and scope of their economic activities and societal contributions. As people live longer and healthier lives, they are contributing to communities and fueling economic growth well past the traditional retirement age. The contributions of people 50-plus generate trillions of dollars of U.S. GDP, account for a major share of consumer spending, support tens of millions...

July 3, 2026
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03Jul

Artificial Intelligence in Elderly Care: Navigating Ethical and Responsible AI Adoption for Seniors

By David Mhlanga This paper delves into the critical intersection of ageing and the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). This exploration is anchored in the recognition of the unique potential that AI holds for enhancing the lives of seniors, while also acknowledging the complex ethical and practical challenges that accompany its adoption in elder care. The paper comprehensively examines how AI can revolutionize healthcare, assistive technologies, and social engagement for the elderly, offering solutions that promise increased independence,...

July 3, 2026
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01Jul

Who will make up the new U.S. population?

As the United States of America at 250 looks forward to the next 250 years and beyond, it is vital that we address the unanswered existential question that lies at the heart of our national identity: Who will be the new Americans? Historically, the policy focus has been on addressing the question of who we do not want. Certainly, President Donald Trump is determined to block unwanted immigrants at the border so they cannot enter the country, and deport unwanted...

July 1, 2026
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June 2026
30Jun

US. An Opportunity Hiding In Plain Sight: Developing An Aging Investing Roadmap

Adults over 50 represent one of the most powerful economic forces of our time, driving more than 50% of U.S. consumer spending and projected to command $65 trillion in global spending by 2030. By 2053, a third of Europe, a quarter of America, and nearly two billion people globally will be over 65. “The numbers are clear,” says Peter Kaldes, Esq., President and CEO of Next50. “The population is aging, and the market hasn’t caught up to meet the opportunity....

June 30, 2026
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30Jun

Hong Kong Elderly Poverty Rises, 65 Retirement Age Questioned

Hong Kong elderly poverty is expected to worsen over the next few decades, while the long-held assumption that people should stop working at 65 is being questioned. In a piece examining the issue, longer lifespans and uneven retirement savings are said to make old age more fragile if policy stays unchanged. The question is simple, but the stakes are high: does 65 still make sense as the age to stop working if life expectancy has climbed to 85 or more?...

June 30, 2026
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29Jun

US. State ponders commission as step to solving direct care worker shortage

Ohio lawmakers are eyeing a statewide approach to strengthening the direct care workforce as the state’s older adult population grows and the demand for aging services increases. Sponsored by state Reps. Darnell Brewer (D-Cleveland) and Jodi Salvo (R-Bolivar), HB 530 would establish a commission tasked with examining Ohio’s direct care workforce shortage and recommending solutions to lawmakers. Specifically, the bill would establish the Long-Term Care Workforce Study Commission to examine: Current and future demand for direct care workers Statewide recruitment campaigns Career ladders...

June 29, 2026
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26Jun

LGBT+ Older Adults Report Higher Rates of Loneliness and Other Adverse Social Determinants of Health

By Jace Flatt, Joel Anderson, Ethan Cicero, Jalal Uddin & Erin Rook While loneliness tends to decline with age, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and additional identity (LGBT+) older adults face heightened risks of loneliness and adverse social determinants of health (SDoH). We examined data from 33 U.S. states and 2 territories from the 2023 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System that included optional SDoH and sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) modules. The sample included adults aged 65+ (mean:73.5 years, range:65-80+) who identified as a LGBT+ (n = 2356)...

June 26, 2026
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26Jun

US. More States Now Have More Seniors Than Children

Catron County, New Mexico, may be seeing the future of an aging population today. It has beautiful landscapes that draw retirees who fall in love with the area and want to stay among soaring rock formations and bright stars in dark skies. But it’s a tough place to get even minimal medical care. And employees are hard to find, with few young people to hire and support the tax base. It’s a microcosm of the national trend: By 2034 the whole...

June 26, 2026
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24Jun

European pension systems face demographic and labor market pressures – PensionsEurope

European pension systems, while built on different national models, are facing broadly similar structural challenges, according to PensionsEurope, Trend's correspondent reports from the event. Speaking at the 11th Azerbaijan International Insurance Forum in Baku, Matti Leppäla, Secretary General and CEO of PensionsEurope, said that although each European country has its own pension framework, many of the underlying problems are shared. He noted that countries such as France, Italy, and Spain rely primarily on state-financed pay-as-you-go pension systems, while several other European states...

June 24, 2026
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