Indeed chief economist: Aging Baby Boomers are America’s real labor problem, not AI

The US labor force is projected to shrink by nearly 6 million workers by 2032 due to aging Baby Boomers retiring faster than younger generations can replace them, with healthcare, construction, and skilled trades facing severe shortages. While AI concerns dominate discussions, the article argues the real challenge is demographic shifts, as sectors reliant on human labor struggle to fill roles despite slower job markets in AI-exposed industries.