The Economy

The World's Most Productive Countries Work Less (and Vice Versa)

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

This worker productivity chart challenges the traditional wisdom that equates longer hours with more productivity.

This Map Shows Which U.S. States Have Recovered from Recession (and Which Haven’t)

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

The Uneven Recovery from the Great Recession. Has your State Recovered?

The State of America’s Economy in 15 Charts

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

The United States moves more money through its economy than any other country. Take a look at these 15 essential charts for understanding our economy.

The Cost of Being an American Tourist

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

Americans will have to bring their passport and wallet when traveling to these countries.

The Fourth World, Visualized

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

The Fourth World, as seen by the United Nations. How developed is your country?

Believe It or Not - the Richest Americans DO Pay Most of the Federal Income Tax

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

taxes

Do the wealthy pay their fair share? You decide.

Mapped: The World’s Dependency on the Travel Industry

April 3rd, 2026

The Economy

trade

Globalization and the growing trend of traveling have increased the number of people traveling to foreign countries each year. This growing trend has brought with it increased GDP growth due to tourism spending. While some countries receive more visitors than others, not all countries rely on their tourism industries to the same extent.