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@lemmy.worldhttps://stoppopulationdecline.org/new-zealand-fertility-rate-witnesses-historic-low-since-wwii/
New Zealand fertility rate has recorded its record low in nearly 80 years. This clear indicator shows shifting economic factors' impact.
https://stoppopulationdecline.org/south-koreas-child-benefits-increased-to-29-6-million-won-22100-over-8-years-starting-2024/
South Korea's Child Benefits are increasing to address its low birth rate, now totaling 29.6 million won ($22,100) over eight years.
https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/feds-mester-says-march-probably-too-early-rate-cut-2024-01-11/?
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/01/11/cpi-inflation-report-december-2023-consumer-prices-rose-0point3percent-in-december-higher-than-expected-pushing-the-annual-rate-to-3point4percent.html
The consumer price index for December was expected to increase 0.2% on a monthly basis and 3.2% from a year ago, according to Dow Jones.
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/01/11/high-housing-costs-have-kept-31percent-of-gen-z-adults-living-at-home.html
Nearly one-third, or 31%, of Gen Z are living with their parents because they can't afford to buy or rent their own space, according to a recent report.
https://bigfiscal.substack.com/p/study-how-removing-mafia-infiltration
Why it Matters: Organized crime significantly impacts economic and social landscapes. Its deep-seated influence challenges growth and development, especially in regions where it has firmly entrenched itself over the years.Thanks for reading Big Fiscal! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
https://docs.stoppopulationdecline.org/research/uk-austerity-and-fertility/
How austerity measures in the UK affect reproductive decisions, focusing on the North East of England and introducing the concept of 'carrying' in social reproduction.
https://docs.stoppopulationdecline.org/research/us-higher-unemployment-insurance-increase-family-stability/
Unemployment insurance generosity in the US impact family stability, divorce probabilities, and fertility decisions, with a focus on gender differences.
https://www.wsj.com/articles/it-employment-grew-by-just-700-jobs-in-2023-down-from-267-000-in-2022-adbd8a61
Despite business and investor hype around generative AI last year, information-technology hiring slumped as companies laid off workers and sought to cut costs.
https://www.vox.com/2024-elections/23992436/black-latino-americans-economy-biden-democrats-voters-poll-inflation
For these families, the last few years’ economic tumult has been particularly pronounced.