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Why Falling Birthrates Are Driven by Fewer Couples

Patrick Boyle · Commentary · 27 min · 2025 · YouTube title: Why Are Birthrates Plummeting Worldwide?
Why it's here

HN users cite it as a data-rich look at falling fertility that points to declining coupling rather than people choosing fewer kids.

What it covers

Patrick Boyle examines why birth rates are falling in nearly every country and argues the standard explanations do not hold up. He presents data suggesting fewer couples forming is a major driver.