Michael Hoden

Aging: The Next Global Investing Opportunity

Roger Baumgart, John Beard, Katherine Collinson, Michael Hoden, Paul Irving

As the global population rapidly ages, a $7.1 trillion U.S. Longevity Economy is emerging to challenge traditional retirement models and workforce structures. Industry leaders, venture capitalists, and policymakers are increasingly rebranding older consumers as a dynamic market segment, driving innovation in digital health, age-friendly infrastructure, and extended-career opportunities. This demographic shift is compelling corporations to redesign benefits and products for inclusive use, transforming aging from a perceived burden into a primary engine for future economic growth.