Major demographic changes set to greatly impact investment opportunities  


In our latest research paper, Demography – Challenges and Opportunities in a Changing World, Dexia AM has examined the global challenges resulting from the two major demography trends of growing and ageing populations. In response, we have identified five pillars of business opportunities and solutions that will create both value for investors, along with sustainable benefits.

Sophie Deleuze, Senior SRI analyst at Dexia AM, said: “Growing and ageing populations are having significant consequences on a variety of aspects of life - from the composition and skills of the global workforce, to the consumer base and the natural environment. Companies that can adapt to these conditions will not only create commercial advantage, but also sustainable benefits for the markets they serve.”

The five specific demographic-driven changes that Dexia AM believes will offer significant potential business opportunities in the future are: skills shortages, greater demand for basic and essential goods and services, wealthier consumers, ageing populations and increasing pressure on resources and the environment.

Related to each of these changes, Dexia AM has identified business opportunities to offer solutions targeting the needs of companies and individuals, with a focus on those presenting sustainable benefits.