2023: Germany's birth rate lowest in over a decade, average children per woman drops to 1.36.
Germany's birth rate fell to its lowest level in over a decade in 2023, raising concerns over a shrinking workforce and economic prospects. According to the Federal Institute for Population Research, the average number of children per woman decreased from 1.57 in 2021 to 1.36 in fall 2023. The decline is attributed to various factors, including the pandemic, climate concerns, and geopolitical uncertainties.
March 20, 2024
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