Daniel Moss

Families are becoming more compact, in a trend that’s been with us for centuries. But there’s no need to worry over the cost to growth.

Synopsis Demographic transition is causing declining birthrates, raising anxiety among policymakers. With notable fertility rate drops in countries like China, South Korea, and Japan, the response involves innovative policies and tech integration. While aging populations pose challenges, the societal shift toward smaller families should be seen as an opportunity for adaptation and prosperity.

South Korea ought to be well-positioned for Trump. But growth is going through a soft patch and officials worry about a new trade war.

South Korea ought to be well-positioned for Trump. But growth is going through a soft patch and officials worry about a new trade war

The ascent of the country’s economy helps explain the resilience of the political system. The president was really battling history.

The ascent of the country's economy helps explain the resilience of the political system

The ascent of South Korea's economy helps explain the resilience of the political system. President Yoon Suk Yeol was really battling history in his attempt to impose martial law, says Bloomberg Opinion's Daniel Moss.

There is no easy way to deal with Trump’s return, but imaging a world without America only shows how indispensable it is.

Interest-rate cuts will be a feature, including at institutions that resisted easing in 2024. But mind the nuances.

The coming year is likely to be rich in nuance: Inflation won't scale the heights of 2022, but officials are skeptical it will return to the ultra-low levels that prevailed before the pandemic.