The Economy

How the Economic Power of American Cities Compares to Entire Countries

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

You might be surprised to find out how the economies of American cities compare to entire countries.

One Map Shows the World’s Biggest Oil Exporters

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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The U.S. has a reputation for being an oil country, and rightfully so. Still, the data shows that our role in the export market is smaller than we might expect. See which countries run the global crude oil economy, and why the big dog might fall from the top spot.

Mapping States With Enormous Debt Problems. Where Does Your State Rank?

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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State governments across the country are swimming in debt. How bad is the situation? We created a new viz to find out

Trump’s “YUGE” Tax Cut for the Rich

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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The basic idea behind President Trump’s tax plan is to lower income tax rates while closing loopholes. This represents a net reduction in tax collections. So who is getting that money?

This Map Shows Which Countries Rule the Automotive World

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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Europeans dominate the automotive export market, are Japan and the United States are extremely far behind.

Mapping What Every State in America Is Best at

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

Understanding the diversity of the U.S. economy in the easiest way possible

The United States of Money in a 3D Map

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

Urban areas continue to be the engines of economic growth in the U.S., but how does it fluctuate across the country? Check out our new map to find out.

This Graphic Unveils the Truth Behind America’s Record-Breaking Debt of $20 Trillion

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

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The U.S. recently surpassed $20 trillion in debt, and there’s no sign of slowing down. Our new visualization compares how the U.S. compares to the rest of the world.

See Who is Bringing Offshore Money into the U.S

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

Which countries show their love for America with the most direct investment?

The Real Minimum Wage Keeps Getting Smaller. Here’s Why

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

There’s been a lot of news lately about the minimum wage in the U.S. How much has it really changed over the years?