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Several Countries to Experience an Increase in Working Age Population

According to the Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, several countries will experience an increase in working age population through 2050. In its report entitled “The World Population Prospects 2019: Highlights,” the Population Division identifies the following areas will experience working age population growth:

  • Most of sub-Saharan Africa
  • Some areas of Asia
  • Sections of Latin America
  • Parts of the Caribbean

One of the main driving forces behind this growth is actually a reduction in birth rates. Lower growth rates for the non-working age population results in a favorable age distribution for other demographic populations.

Demographic trends resulting in this growth should help create benefits for these economies. With a growing workforce, governments should invest in training programs and education. As a result, this will position these economies well for future success and continual economic progress.

Overall Population Growth

According to the Population Division, the greatest increases in overall population between 2019 and 2050 will take place in the following nine countries:

  1. Democratic Republic of the Congo
  2. Egypt
  3. Ethiopia
  4. India
  5. Indonesia
  6. Nigeria
  7. Pakistan
  8. United Republic of Tanzania
  9. United States

Nigeria is expected to have the highest increase during this timeframe. However, the report notes that India is projected to become the world’s most populous country by the year 2027, overtaking China.

Focus on Nigeria Working Age Population

Nigeria (officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria) is in West Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea. The nation has a large population, estimated at over 191 million residents. The nation’s population grew at a rate of over 60% from 1990 through 2008. The United Nations reports that Nigeria has been experiencing tremendous population growth. The country has one of the highest growth rates in the world, along with high growth in population aged 14 years or younger. The country’s median age is approximately 18 years old.

Nigeria’s working age population has been growing and is estimated at 115.5 million people through Q3 2018. However, the unemployment rate has been rising as well, with a calculated rate through Q3 2018 of 23.1%. The largest industries that drive Nigeria’s economy include:

  • Agriculture
  • Mining
  • Petroleum
  • Tourism

These industries also drive most of Nigeria’s exports, consisting of:

  • Chemicals
  • Cocoa
  • Palm Oil
  • Petroleum

Focus on India Working Age Population

India (officially the Republic of India) is in South Asia. While the country is the seventh largest by area, it is currently the second largest by population, behind China. India’s population is currently estimated at approximately 1.37 billion residents. The rate of India’s population growth, 15 million per year, is the largest in the world. The country’s median age is approximately 27 years old.

India’s working age population will grow to more than 1 billion by the year 2050. However, unemployment is rising as well. Labor force participation in India has been declining, with 50% of the working age population out of the workforce. The top sectors that drive India’s economy include:

  • Automobiles
  • Aviation
  • Fast Moving Consumer Goods (household and personal care items)
  • Oil and Gas
  • Steel and Cement

These same industries also drive most of India’s Top 10 exports:

  • Automobiles
  • Chemicals
  • Clothing
  • Cotton
  • Electrical Machinery and Equipment
  • Gems and Metals
  • Machinery and Computers
  • Oil, Mineral Fuels
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Steel and Iron

What Does This Mean?

Several countries that have a growing working age population may offer opportunities for future economic growth. Companies not currently located in these countries should review their future plans. Employers may be able to leverage growing labor forces either locally or through global relocation. Also, companies may benefit from the increasing population within countries that might fit within their global expansion plans.

What Should Employers do if a Country has a Growing Working Age Population?

Review Expansion Plans

Companies currently in a country with a growing working age population should examine their plans for corporate expansion. They should also review their talent acquisition programs to ensure alignment with corporate objectives. Pre-decision services offer critical tools to help companies retain organization talent.

Leverage Relocation Benefits

Companies that are experiencing a talent shortage should consider looking at countries with a growing working age population. They can leverage relocation benefits to attract and retain international talent.

International PEO

Companies not currently in a country with a growing working age population but who want to enter it might consider the services of an International Professional Employer Organization (PEO). International PEOs help companies quickly grow and expand into new markets with an employer of record solution. The PEO will manage all aspects of the employment relationship in the EU, from onboarding to pension arrangements. Companies may be able to achieve significant savings compared to the cost of setting up their own foreign entity in these countries.

Conclusion

GMS’ team of global relocation experts has helped thousands of our clients understand how to grow their company’s international employment. Our team can also help your company understand how to work with an International PEO. Whether through global relocation or the services of an International PEO, our team can help your company leverage the growth of countries with a growing working age population.

GMS was the first relocation company to register as a .com, created the first online interactive tools and calculators, and revolutionized the entire relocation industry. GMS continues to set the industry pace as the pioneer in innovation and technology solutions with its proprietary MyRelocation™ technology platform.

Global Mobility Solutions is proud to be named and ranked #1 Overall, and #1 in Quality of Service by HRO Today’s 2019 Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Contact our experts online to discuss your company’s interest in learning how it can leverage opportunities in a country with a growing working age population, or give us a call at 800.617.1904 or 480.922.0700 today.

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Leveraging the Growth of World Economies for Corporate Success

How can a company grow and achieve corporate success as world economies change? Many companies think the answer is to determine how best they can get their products into these growing markets. While this seems straightforward, international trading laws, customs, and tariffs may drastically alter a company’s chances for success.

Local Market Preferences

Additionally, products should be suited to markets to ensure success. For example, clothing choices that are common in the United States would not necessarily find success in other markets. Another example is water filtration technology, where advanced markets seek to improve water taste and appearance, while emerging markets may seek to increase access to potable water or focus on basic filtration to ensure safe drinking water supplies.

Local tastes and preferences should always be considered to help ensure corporate success. Many successful businesses have struggled and failed to achieve success in their international growth initiatives. Much of this could have been prevented with stronger test marketing programs and in-depth local marketing research.

Alternate Routes to Success

Companies pursuing world economies as part of their corporate growth and success strategy might consider alternate routes to reach these markets. This may provide them with valuable market information to help increase their chances for success. Such information may include geographic area, general types of target customers and their demographics, information about local competitors, and information about government regulations, taxes, and requirements.

Which World Economies are the Fastest Growing?

Looking forward over ten years, the face of the world’s economic leaders will change. By 2030, the leading world economies will reflect the rise of Asia as a dominant economic force.

According to a Standard Chartered report, by 2030 Asian Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will account for approximately 35% of the global GDP. India is seen as the largest driver of this growth in Asia. This is due to the introduction of several reforms including the Indian Bankruptcy Code and a new National Goods and Services Tax (GST). Also, six of the largest world economies will be in Asia:

  1. China (Asia): $64.2 trillion
  2. India (Asia): $46.3 trillion
  3. United States (North America): $31 trillion
  4. Indonesia (Asia): $10.1 trillion
  5. Turkey (Europe/Asia): $9.1 trillion
  6. Brazil (South America): $8.6 trillion
  7. Egypt (Africa/Asia): $8.2 trillion
  8. Russia (Eastern Europe): $7.9 trillion
  9. Japan (Asia): $7.2 trillion
  10. Germany (Western Europe): $6.9 trillion

How can a Company Grow with World Economies?

There are several ways a company can grow with world economies. The traditional route of exporting goods into these markets has its limitations. As a result, examining alternatives is a valuable pursuit.

One way is to consider business expansion with a local operation. This may entail setting up a legal entity such as a Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise, a foreign subsidiary, or a local distributor. A company might acquire a physical location through sale or lease. Staffing decisions may be made either through relocation, local direct hiring, or a combination of both. All of these activities may take a significant upfront investment in both time and funds.

Another way is to consider the services of an International Professional Employer Organization (PEO), an “Employer of Record” solution. International PEO is a global employment solution where a third-party in a foreign country hires your employees, acting on your behalf. The International PEO becomes an extension of your Human Resources Department. They manage all of the traditional HR functions including:

  • Payroll and Tax Withholdings
  • Remittances to Local Authorities
  • Benefits
  • Health and Social Security-Related Programs
  • Onboarding
  • Health Insurance
  • Pensions
  • Terminations and Separations

International PEO lets a company add full-time team members to their global operations within a matter of days. Companies can easily test new markets for their products without making significant investments in time or funds.

What Does This Mean?

The growth of world economies means that companies may have greater opportunities to find new markets for their goods and services. This also means that companies should examine market data from emerging economies. This information will help them determine if their products and services should be tailored to meet local demand. Companies may consider investing in local market research, conduct test marketing trials, and examine alternate routes to conducting business in world economies.

What Should Employers Interested in World Economies do?

Companies that are looking to leverage the growth of world economies should work with a Relocation Management Company (RMC) that has knowledge and experience in helping companies expand into new markets. Choose an RMC that provides ongoing employee support services, supplier management, relocation benefits, and expense management.

The RMC should also provide access to helpful solutions such as International PEO for companies looking to enter new markets to ensure:

  • Full compliance with local requirements on international employment.
  • The company expends the lowest monetary cost to save funds for use on other corporate objectives.
  • They spend the least amount of time so the company can identify and pursue valuable opportunities.

Conclusion

GMS’ team of global relocation experts has helped thousands of our clients understand how to grow their company’s international employment to leverage the growth of world economies. Our team can also help your company understand how to work with an International PEO. As a result, this will help your company gain all of the benefits this solution provides for international employment.

GMS was the first relocation company to register as a .com. The company also created the first online interactive tools and calculators, and revolutionized the entire relocation industry. GMS continues to set the industry pace as the pioneer in innovation and technology solutions with its proprietary MyRelocation® technology platform.

Global Mobility Solutions is proud to be named and ranked #1 Overall, and #1 in Quality of Service by HRO Today’s 2019 Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Contact our experts online to discuss your company’s international employment needs, or give us a call at 800.617.1904 or 480.922.0700 today.

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