Maps to explain economic geography.
At one point, the total value of Bitcoin was larger than the GDP of over 100 countries—including Kuwait. Here’s what that comparison really means, and what it tells us about Bitcoin’s popularity, risks, and future.
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Which U.S. states have the highest share of low-wage workers? Using new data from the Economic Policy Institute, we explore where earnings fall short and reveal the geographic patterns shaping economic life across America.
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The inequality between the rich and the poor becomes impossible to ignore. These maps place us in the position of asking ourselves whether our economic reality is even remotely acceptable. In Slovakia, wealth seeps relatively evenly, while in South Africa and Brazil, the gap between common people and the wealthy sends almost parallel worlds—luxury towers in view of struggling neighborhoods. The inequality isn’t just visible on paper—you can feel it in these cities’ streets.
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Where you grow up can shape your financial future. We explore which U.S. regions offer the greatest opportunities for upward mobility—and what individuals and policymakers can do to close the gap.
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In parts of Europe, staying warm in winter is still a financial struggle. These two maps, based on Eurostat data, show how things changed from 2016 to 2023.
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Compare the top 25 countries with the highest number of millionaires in 2019 and 2024. Find out where wealth is growing, and how the millionaire landscape has shifted worldwide.
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A 2017 map shows something surprising: Japan’s economy was bigger than South America’s, Africa’s, or Oceania’s.
Read MoreSource: facebook.com A tax wedge or tax on labor is the difference between before-tax and after-tax wages. The tax wedge
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A Eurostat survey asked Europeans how satisfied they are with their personal finances. The results vary sharply across the continent, with northern countries rating their situations higher than many in the south and east. What drives these differences, and how does income distribution play a role?
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Which US states saw household debt skyrocket relative to income over the past 25 years? The answer might surprise you. Delaware leads with a stunning 105% increase, while some states like California actually saw their ratios improve.
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