The Economy

Visualizing the Most Expensive Natural Disasters in the Last 40 Years

Visualizing the Most Expensive Natural Disasters in the Last 40 Years

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

social-issues

Hurricanes, heatwaves, and floods are inherently unpredictable, but do you know which ones caused the most damage? Our new visualization compares the cost of every natural disaster since 1980.
These Countries Have the Largest Stashes of Foreign Currency in the World

These Countries Have the Largest Stashes of Foreign Currency in the World

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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Want to see a leading indicator for how prepared a country is for an economic downturn? Check out our new map of foreign exchange reserves for every country in the world.
This Graph Shows That No Other Country Competes with the U.S. Military

This Graph Shows That No Other Country Competes with the U.S. Military

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

social-issues

The U.S. government spends more money on its military than the rest of the world, but how much more? Our new visualization ranks the top 15 countries in three different categories.
Mapped: What Each State Needs the Most from International Trade

Mapped: What Each State Needs the Most from International Trade

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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President Trump’s trade war keeps heating up and the markets aren’t sure what to make of it. Our new map shows which sectors have the most valuable imports in every state.
This Map Shows Every State's Biggest Export

This Map Shows Every State's Biggest Export

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

trade

If the United States is about to enter a trade war, which industries have the most to lose in the state where you live? Our new map shows the top export industries in every state.
Mapping the Economic Destruction of Climate Change in Every State

Mapping the Economic Destruction of Climate Change in Every State

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

social-issues

Climate change is happening, but how will it impact the state where you live? Our new map reveals which places have the most to lose from rising temperatures and extreme weather events.
The Gun Industry’s Economic Impact in One Map

The Gun Industry’s Economic Impact in One Map

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

social-issues

An overlooked aspect of the gun debate is how much the industry contributes to the economy. Our new map illustrates which states depend on gun manufacturers and shooting ranges for jobs and economic output.
Visualizing How Vulnerable is Each State to a Trade War

Visualizing How Vulnerable is Each State to a Trade War

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

social-issues

International trade is dominating the headlines, but how important is it to the broader economy? Our new graph breaks down how much each state’s GDP comes from importing and exporting goods.
Visualizing Thirty Years of the U.S. Trade Deficit in One Graph. It is Still Huge Under President Trump

Visualizing Thirty Years of the U.S. Trade Deficit in One Graph. It is Still Huge Under President Trump

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

President Trump is currently focused on imposing tariffs to reduce the U.S. trade deficit. Our new graph illustrates the current situation.

This Chart Shows How GDP Determines Unemployment & Wages Over the Past 20 Years

This Chart Shows How GDP Determines Unemployment & Wages Over the Past 20 Years

April 3rd, 2026

Personal Finance

The Economy

jobs

President Trump wants to see 6% economic growth during his administration. What would that mean for the American economy? Our new graph breaks down the relationship between GDP, unemployment, and wages.
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