Demographic change

Global population dynamics, empathy in healthcare, the pandemic experience in Africa and a focus on Italy are all featured in this month’s round-up of the latest research and thinking from Ipsos teams around the world.

Are we ready for the shock of global population decline?

The average age up until when a person is considered employable across 28 countries is 49.

The first edition of Flair in South Korea explores a nation that despite its distinct international identity, is relatively little-known and easy to stereotype. Our study of society, markets and people shows Koreans to be both independent and dependent: ‘customized and connected’.

The second edition of Indonesia Flair presents a dynamic and thriving nation that is growing in international importance.

A briefing on how the world’s premier ageing society feels about growing older in Japan.

Today, party affiliation is no longer an optional extra to understand a brand’s strengths and weaknesses; it is necessary.

The Serbia under a magnifying glass report provides an overview of the current economic and demographic shape of the country, the changing advertising sector, shopping habits and Serbs’ relationship with the digital world.

The Russia TrendVision report provides an overview of the country's current social and economic situation, examining key demographic data and consumer behaviour to forecast possible future trends.