Use This Visualization Ranked: Which Countries Produce the Most Natural Gas? See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The U.S. produced more than 1 trillion cubic meters of natural gas in 2025, nearly twice as much as second-place Russia. North America was the world’s largest producing region, ahead of Eurasia and the Middle East. Iran, China, Canada, and Qatar rounded out the global top six producers. Natural gas remains one of the world’s most important energy sources, powering electricity generation, heavy industry, and home heating. Production is concentrated among a relatively small group of countries, with the U.S. alone accounting for more than one-quarter of global output. This map ranks countries by marketed natural gas production in 2025, measured in billion cubic meters (bcm). The data comes from OPEC. The U.S. Remains the Global Leader The U.S. produced 1,116 bcm of natural gas in 2025, nearly twice Russia’s output and more than the combined production of China, Canada, and Qatar. That lead reflects two decades of rapid growth driven by shale development. Advances in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing unlocked vast reserves, helping make the U.S. the world’s largest natural gas producer and one of its biggest exporters of liquefied natural gas (LNG). RankCountryMarketed Natural Gas Production (bcm, 2025) 1 United States1,116 2 Russia625 3 Iran280 4 China256 5 Canada218 6 Qatar212 7 Australia157 8 Norway125 9 Saudi Arabia111 10 Algeria105 11 Turkmenistan96 12 Malaysia81 13 Brazil65 14 Indonesia65 15 United Arab Emirates60 16 Argentina52 17 Nigeria49 18 Egypt42 19 Oman42 20 Uzbekistan40 21 Azerbaijan39 22 India34 23 Pakistan32 24 United Kingdom31 25 Thailand30 26 Trinidad & Tobago27 27 Mexico26 28 Kazakhstan25 29 Venezuela22 30 Bangladesh19 31 Ukraine18 32 Kuwait16 33 Peru15 34 Myanmar13 35 Libya12 36 Iraq12 37 Bolivia10 38 Netherlands10 39 Brunei9.7 40 Romania9.3 41 Angola6.0 42 Equatorial Guinea5.7 43 Vietnam5.1 44 Colombia5.1 45 Germany3.8 46 Japan3.7 47 Denmark3.6 48 Italy3.4 49 Poland3.2 50 Cameroon3.0 51 New Zealand2.6 52 Chile1.4 53 Croatia0.6 54 Gabon0.5 55 Congo0.4 56 Ecuador0.2 57 Bulgaria0.01 Russia and the Middle East Dominate Global Supply Despite major changes in global energy trade since 2022, Russia remained the world’s second-largest natural gas producer. Iran ranked third with 280 bcm, followed by China and Canada. The Middle East continues to play a major role in global gas markets thanks to countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Qatar, in particular, remains one of the world’s leading LNG exporters and is expanding production from its massive North Field gas reserve. North America Leads Regional Production North America produced 1,360 bcm of natural gas in 2025, making it the largest producing region worldwide. Eurasia ranked second with 843 bcm, while the Middle East followed closely at 754 bcm. North America, Eurasia, and the Middle East together produced roughly 68% of the world’s natural gas, underscoring how concentrated global supply remains despite growing production across Asia-Pacific. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Charted: The World’s Biggest Oil Producers on Voronoi.

Use This Visualization Mapped: The Top Agricultural Commodity in Every U.S. State See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Cattle is the highest-value agricultural commodity in 18 states, more than any other product. Corn dominates much of the Midwest, while poultry is the leading commodity across much of the Southeast. California’s largest agricultural commodity isn’t almonds or grapes—it’s dairy, which generated $8.6 billion in farm income in 2024. America’s farm economy looks very different from state to state. Using 2024 U.S. Department of Agriculture data, this map shows the highest-value agricultural commodity in every U.S. state based on gross farm income, highlighting the industries behind America’s $573 billion farm economy. The Top Agricultural Commodity in Every State The table below shows each state’s highest-value agricultural commodity by 2024 gross farm income. StateTop Agricultural CommodityGross Farm Income 2024 ArizonaCattle$1.5B ColoradoCattle$5.3B HawaiiCattle$97M KansasCattle$14.8B KentuckyCattle$1.5B MissouriCattle$3.3B MontanaCattle$2.1B NebraskaCattle$17.8B NevadaCattle$564M New MexicoCattle$1.9B OklahomaCattle$5.2B OregonCattle$1.5B South DakotaCattle$3.9B TexasCattle$13.6B UtahCattle$826M WashingtonCattle$2.5B West VirginiaCattle$303M WyomingCattle$1.5B IllinoisCorn$10.2B IndianaCorn$4.5B IowaCorn$11.7B MinnesotaCorn$5.9B CaliforniaDairy$8.6B IdahoDairy$3.9B MichiganDairy$2.7B New YorkDairy$3.8B PennsylvaniaDairy$2.3B VermontDairy$588M WisconsinDairy$7.0B New HampshireEggs$68M Rhode IslandEggs$17M AlaskaNurseries$13M ConnecticutNurseries$170M FloridaNurseries$1.2B MassachusettsNurseries$80M New JerseyNurseries$308M MainePotatoes$227M AlabamaPoultry$4.8B ArkansasPoultry$5.6B DelawarePoultry$1.6B GeorgiaPoultry$6.1B MarylandPoultry$1.5B MississippiPoultry$3.3B North CarolinaPoultry$6.0B South CarolinaPoultry$1.3B TennesseePoultry$1.3B VirginiaPoultry$1.3B OhioSoybeans$2.9B North DakotaSoybeans$2.4B LouisianaSugarcane$1.0B In AK, CT, FL, HI, MA, NJ, OR, and RI, the USDA groups the top category as “miscellaneous crops,” which includes multiple specialty products. To make the map more informative, we show each state’s next-largest individual commodity instead. The results reveal several clear regional patterns. Cattle leads across much of the West and Great Plains, poultry is concentrated in the Southeast, and crops such as sugarcane in Louisiana and potatoes in Maine stand out as state-specific specialties. California’s Biggest Farm Commodity May Surprise You California, America’s largest agricultural producer, is famous for almonds, grapes, strawberries, and lettuce. Yet dairy is its biggest agricultural industry. Dairy generated $8.6 billion in gross farm income in 2024. With 1.7 million dairy cows, or about one-fifth of the U.S. total, California remains America’s largest milk producer. This shows how agricultural value does not always match public perception. California may be known globally for fruits, vegetables, and nuts, but dairy remains its largest agricultural business by value. The Corn Belt Powers More Than the Grocery Store The Midwest produces far more than the corn Americans eat on the cob. Most of the region’s harvest becomes livestock feed, ethanol, or ingredients used throughout the food industry, while soybeans are processed into cooking oil and high-protein animal feed. Together with cattle across the Great Plains and poultry in the Southeast, these commodities support America’s food supply and agricultural exports, illustrating their importance to the U.S. economy. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the states with the most farmland.

Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s Top Destinations for Wealth Migration See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Singapore ranks first globally for attracting internationally mobile wealth, ahead of New Zealand and the Cayman Islands. Smaller economies dominate the rankings, with 11 of the top 16 countries having fewer than 10 million residents. Tax policy, political stability, and investor residency programs help explain why some countries outperform much larger economies. Countries are increasingly competing to attract wealthy individuals alongside businesses and skilled workers. For many governments, internationally mobile wealth represents a source of investment, entrepreneurship, and long-term economic growth. This graphic ranks the world’s most competitive destinations for wealth migration using data from The Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2026, which evaluates countries across 12 factors including tax policy, investor pathways, regulatory quality, and overall business environment. The Most Competitive Countries for Wealth Migration Below, countries are measured by their competitiveness for attracting internationally mobile wealth. CountryWealth Mobility Competitiveness ScoreCategory Singapore79.5Leading New Zealand75.8Leading Cayman Islands74.3Strong Cyprus73.5Strong Netherlands72.8Strong Portugal72.5Strong Italy72.3Strong Bermuda72.0Strong Uruguay71.8Competitive Latvia71.7Competitive Panama71.5Competitive Hong Kong SAR71.2Competitive Switzerland70.8Competitive Greece70.5Competitive Costa Rica70.2Competitive Monaco70.0Competitive Germany69.7Under Pressure Norway69.0Under Pressure UK68.3Under Pressure South Korea66.2Under Pressure France65.7Under Pressure Brazil64.2Structural Challenges U.S.62.3Structural Challenges China60.5Structural Challenges Russia58.7Structural Challenges India56.5Structural Challenges Iran45.8Sustained Pressure Lebanon45.5Sustained Pressure Nigeria43.0Sustained Pressure Singapore leads globally, ahead of New Zealand and the Cayman Islands. Europe also performs strongly, with the Netherlands, Cyprus, Portugal, Italy, Switzerland, and Greece all appearing in the top 15. Singapore’s position reflects its combination of low taxes, political stability, and business-friendly policies. Together, these strengths have made it one of the safest countries for investors, and a magnet for wealth across Asia. Small Countries Stand Out One of the clearest patterns is the strength of smaller economies. Overall, 11 of the 16 most competitive countries have populations under 10 million. Many of these countries have spent decades building investor-friendly ecosystems. Singapore offers a globally connected financial hub, Cyprus provides attractive residency pathways, and Switzerland combines political stability with an established private banking industry. Rather than relying on domestic market size, many of these countries compete by offering predictable regulation, efficient tax systems, strong legal institutions, and straightforward pathways for investors to establish residency or relocate wealth. The U.S. Falls Behind Despite having the world’s largest economy, the U.S. faces several structural challenges in attracting wealth. Citizenship-based taxation, fiscal complexity, longer investor processing times, and political polarization are among the factors weighing on its score. By contrast, many higher-ranked countries offer simpler tax regimes, making them more attractive to internationally mobile wealth. Unlike most countries, the U.S. taxes its citizens on worldwide income regardless of where they live, a feature that can increase tax burdens for internationally mobile individuals. Why Countries Are Competing for Wealth Countries are increasingly competing for more than businesses and skilled workers. They are also competing for private capital. In 2025 alone, nearly 1 million people globally became millionaires, highlighting the growing pool of internationally mobile wealth. High-net-worth individuals often relocate with businesses, investment capital, and philanthropic spending. As global wealth continues to grow, attracting even a relatively small number of affluent residents can have an outsized economic impact, particularly for smaller countries. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the world’s most powerful passports.

Use This Visualization The World’s Largest Economies in 2026: Nominal vs PPP See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways China ranks as the world’s largest economy by purchasing power parity (PPP), while the U.S. remains No. 1 by nominal GDP. Adjusting for local prices reshuffles the rankings, lifting countries like India, Russia, and Indonesia. These rankings are based on IMF projections for the world’s 20 largest economies in 2026. Is the world’s biggest economy the United States or China? The answer depends on how you measure GDP. This graphic compares the world’s 20 largest economies in 2026 using International Monetary Fund World Economic Outlook projections. It ranks countries by both nominal GDP, which measures output at current market exchange rates, and purchasing power parity (PPP), which adjusts for differences in local prices and cost of living. The U.S. and China: Vying for #1 Nominal GDP is the standard measure used to compare economies globally because it reflects output at current market exchange rates. By this measure, the United States remains the world’s largest economy, with projected output of $32.4 trillion in 2026. This data table ranks countries by their projected nominal GDP in 2026. RankCountryNominal GDP (trllions $) 1 United States32.4 2 China20.9 3 Germany5.5 4 Japan4.4 5 United Kingdom4.3 6 India4.2 7 France3.6 8 Italy2.7 9 Russia2.7 10 Brazil2.6 11 Canada2.5 12 Australia2.1 13 Mexico2.1 14 Spain2.1 15 South Korea1.9 16 Türkiye1.6 17 Indonesia1.5 18 Netherlands1.4 19 Saudi Arabia1.4 20 Switzerland1.1 Following the U.S. is China at $20.9 trillion, with Germany in a distant third at $5.5 trillion. China’s rapid industrialization and export-led growth transformed it into the world’s second-largest economy by nominal GDP, overtaking Germany in 2007 and Japan in 2010. However, when adjusting for differences in cost of living, China surpassed the U.S. by PPP-adjusted GDP in 2014. The Purchasing Power Adjustment China’s PPP-adjusted economy sits at $44.3 trillion in 2026, over $10 trillion more than the U.S. at $32.4 trillion. This adjustment reflects the large differences in local prices between countries. A dollar of output in the U.S. buys less than that same dollar of output in a country like China or India, the latter of which has the world’s third-largest GDP when adjusted for purchasing power. RankCountryPPP-adjusted GDP (trillions $) 1 China44.3 2 United States32.4 3 India18.9 4 Russia7.5 5 Japan7.3 6 Germany6.4 7 Indonesia5.4 8 Brazil5.2 9 France4.7 10 United Kingdom4.7 11 Türkiye4 12 Italy3.9 13 Mexico3.6 14 South Korea3.5 15 Spain3 16 Canada2.9 17 Saudi Arabia2.9 18 Egypt2.6 19 Nigeria2.4 20 Taiwan2.3 Developing countries like China and India are boosted in the global rankings because of their lower costs of living compared to more developed economies. As a result, some of the world’s largest economies by nominal GDP fall off the top-20 list entirely. The Biggest Winners and Losers Russia ($7.5 trillion) goes from Europe’s fifth-largest economy by nominal GDP to its largest when adjusting for purchasing power. While larger economies like France, Germany, and the United Kingdom also see a boost compared to their nominal GDP, this is small compared to Russia’s near-tripling of output value. Indonesia ($5.4 trillion) sees the largest change in ranking. Adjusting for purchasing power makes the massive Southeast Asian island country jump 10 spots, from 17th to seventh. PPP rankings highlight where goods and services can be produced or purchased more cheaply, making them useful for comparing domestic economic activity and living standards. Nominal GDP, however, remains the preferred measure for assessing financial market size, international trade, and global economic influence. Looking at both together provides a more complete picture of the world’s largest economies. Learn More on the Voronoi App Curious how the U.S. is faring against its rivals in PPP-adjusted metrics? Check out U.S. Share of GDP (PPP) Rises Among Advanced Economies, Declines Globally on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Use This Visualization Mapped: Do Countries Trade More With the U.S. or China? Key Takeaways China is now the largest trading partner for 151 countries, or roughly 73% of the world. Those countries account for $4.6 trillion in bilateral trade with China, versus $3.0 trillion for the 57 countries that trade more with the U.S. The U.S. remains strongest across North America and parts of Europe, while China dominates across Asia, Africa, and much of South America. China has overtaken the U.S. as the largest trading partner for most countries around the world, reflecting a dramatic shift in global commerce over the last two decades. This map compares every country’s larger trading partner using 2025 bilateral trade data from the IMF’s Direction of Trade Statistics, showing where China’s trade footprint has expanded and where the U.S. still maintains stronger relationships. Countries Trading More with China China’s entry into the World Trade Organization in 2001 marked the beginning of a profound shift in global trade. Since then, rapid industrialization, export growth, and deeper supply-chain integration have helped China become the largest trading partner for most countries worldwide. In 2000, there were only 33 countries that traded more with China than the United States. Today, that number has climbed to 151. RankCountryBigger Trading PartnerBilateral Trade (2025, $B) 1 Hong KongChina369.2 2 South KoreaChina331.7 3 JapanChina322.5 4 TaiwanChina314.4 5 VietnamChina296.6 6 RussiaChina227.4 7 AustraliaChina206.6 8 MalaysiaChina191.9 9 BrazilChina188.0 10 IndonesiaChina167.7 11 IndiaChina155.7 12 ThailandChina153.5 13 SingaporeChina119.6 14 Saudi ArabiaChina108.1 15 United Arab EmiratesChina107.9 16 PhilippinesChina72.4 17 ChileChina66.4 18 SpainChina55.1 19 South AfricaChina53.6 20 IraqChina51.1 21 PeruChina50.4 22 KazakhstanChina48.7 23 PolandChina48.7 24 TürkiyeChina44.6 25 OmanChina32.9 26 NigeriaChina28.1 27 KyrgyzstanChina27.2 28 DRCChina26.6 29 PakistanChina25.2 30 BangladeshChina24.1 31 QatarChina23.9 32 ArgentinaChina23.5 33 CzechiaChina22.7 34 CambodiaChina22.3 35 New ZealandChina21.5 36 AngolaChina20.8 37 EgyptChina20.8 38 HungaryChina20.8 39 LiberiaChina19.7 40 MyanmarChina19.3 41 KuwaitChina18.6 42 GuineaChina18.4 43 DenmarkChina18.1 44 MongoliaChina17.5 45 UzbekistanChina16.1 46 AlgeriaChina15.3 47 GhanaChina14.2 48 RomaniaChina13.8 49 PanamaChina12.8 50 GreeceChina12.0 51 NorwayChina11.4 52 TanzaniaChina11.3 53 MoroccoChina11.0 54 KenyaChina10.3 55 IranChina10.0 56 PortugalChina10.0 57 TurkmenistanChina10.0 58 LaosChina9.8 59 Congo RepublicChina9.2 60 BelarusChina8.9 61 SlovakiaChina8.6 62 UkraineChina7.8 63 SloveniaChina7.6 64 ZambiaChina7.5 65 Côte d'IvoireChina7.4 66 UruguayChina7.2 67 JordanChina6.7 68 SerbiaChina6.5 69 SenegalChina6.2 70 Sri LankaChina6.2 71 Marshall IslandsChina5.7 72 BulgariaChina5.4 73 MozambiqueChina5.4 74 TogoChina5.4 75 LibyaChina4.8 76 CameroonChina4.7 77 EthiopiaChina4.7 78 ZimbabweChina4.4 79 MacaoChina4.3 80 TajikistanChina4.3 81 Papua New GuineaChina4.2 82 GabonChina3.9 83 DjiboutiChina3.8 84 BoliviaChina3.4 85 MaltaChina3.4 86 AzerbaijanChina3.3 87 CroatiaChina2.9 88 YemenChina2.9 89 LebanonChina2.8 90 TunisiaChina2.8 91 BruneiChina2.7 92 GeorgiaChina2.7 93 North KoreaChina2.7 94 MauritaniaChina2.6 95 NepalChina2.4 96 ArmeniaChina2.3 97 Sierra LeoneChina2.3 98 UgandaChina2.1 99 SudanChina2.0 100 AfghanistanChina1.9 101 NamibiaChina1.9 102 BeninChina1.7 103 MadagascarChina1.7 104 AlbaniaChina1.6 105 MaliChina1.6 106 CyprusChina1.4 107 LatviaChina1.4 108 CubaChina1.3 109 BotswanaChina1.2 110 Burkina FasoChina1.1 111 ChadChina1.1 112 MauritiusChina1.1 113 NigerChina1.1 114 Equatorial GuineaChina1.0 115 EritreaChina1.0 116 SomaliaChina1.0 117 New CaledoniaChina0.8 118 RwandaChina0.8 119 FijiChina0.7 120 SyriaChina0.7 121 Bosnia and HerzegovinaChina0.6 122 MaldivesChina0.6 123 MoldovaChina0.6 124 North MacedoniaChina0.6 125 Solomon IslandsChina0.6 126 SurinameChina0.6 127 The GambiaChina0.5 128 GreenlandChina0.4 129 South SudanChina0.4 130 VanuatuChina0.4 131 MalawiChina0.3 132 Timor-LesteChina0.3 133 BhutanChina0.2 134 KiribatiChina0.2 135 MontenegroChina0.2 136 PalestineChina0.2 137 BurundiChina0.1 138 Cabo VerdeChina0.1 139 Central African RepublicChina0.1 140 ComorosChina0.1 141 GuamChina0.1 142 Guinea-BissauChina0.1 143 MicronesiaChina0.1 144 NauruChina0.1 145 PalauChina0.1 146 SamoaChina0.1 147 SeychellesChina0.1 148 TongaChina0.1 149 American SamoaChina0.0 150 São Tomé and PríncipeChina0.0 151 TuvaluChina0.0 --Total Bilateral TradeChina4,599.9 One of the map’s biggest surprises is China’s reach beyond Asia. It is now the larger trading partner for roughly half of European countries, as well as many of South America’s largest economies, including Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru. Countries Trading More with the U.S. There are 57 countries that have larger bilateral trade relationships with the U.S. than China, including most of North and Central America. RankCountryBigger Trading PartnerBilateral Trade (2025, $B) 1 MexicoU.S.872.8 2 CanadaU.S.719.5 3 GermanyU.S.239.2 4 SwitzerlandU.S.178.0 5 United KingdomU.S.161.8 6 IrelandU.S.152.9 7 NetherlandsU.S.130.6 8 FranceU.S.119.0 9 ItalyU.S.118.1 10 BelgiumU.S.63.7 11 ColombiaU.S.37.2 12 IsraelU.S.34.4 13 SwedenU.S.25.2 14 Costa RicaU.S.24.1 15 AustriaU.S.23.0 16 Dominican RepublicU.S.20.5 17 EcuadorU.S.17.6 18 GuatemalaU.S.15.2 19 HondurasU.S.12.5 20 FinlandU.S.10.9 21 The BahamasU.S.8.6 22 NicaraguaU.S.7.4 23 El SalvadorU.S.6.9 24 VenezuelaU.S.6.7 25 GuyanaU.S.6.6 26 Trinidad and TobagoU.S.5.8 27 ParaguayU.S.5.0 28 LithuaniaU.S.4.5 29 JamaicaU.S.3.1 30 BahrainU.S.2.6 31 LuxembourgU.S.2.4 32 HaitiU.S.1.8 33 IcelandU.S.1.8 34 EstoniaU.S.1.4 35 St. LuciaU.S.1.2 36 CuraçaoU.S.1.1 37 Sint MaartenU.S.0.9 38 ArubaU.S.0.7 39 BarbadosU.S.0.7 40 BelizeU.S.0.7 41 BermudaU.S.0.6 42 Antigua and BarbudaU.S.0.5 43 Faroe IslandsU.S.0.3 44 French PolynesiaU.S.0.2 45 GibraltarU.S.0.2 46 GrenadaU.S.0.2 47 LesothoU.S.0.2 48 St. Kitts and NevisU.S.0.2 49 St. Vincent and the GrenadinesU.S.0.2 50 AnguillaU.S.0.1 51 DominicaU.S.0.1 52 EswatiniU.S.0.1 53 Falkland Islands (Malvinas)U.S.0.0 54 KosovoU.S.0.0 55 MontserratU.S.0.0 56 San MarinoU.S.0.0 57 Vatican CityU.S.0.0 --Total Bilateral TradeU.S.3,049 While almost all of Africa, the Middle East, and Asia trade more with China, Israel stands out as one exception. North America remains a stronghold for U.S. trade, though these relationships face renewed uncertainty after the USMCA deal was not renewed in its current form. Who Trades More in Dollar Terms? China’s broader trade footprint also translates into larger aggregate trade volumes. Across the countries where it is the dominant partner, bilateral trade totaled roughly $4.6 trillion in 2025, compared with $3.0 trillion for the countries that traded more with the United States. While the U.S. has fewer partner countries, its average trade relationship is substantially larger. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, dive into China’s largest trade partners in more depth in this visualization on Voronoi.

Use This Visualization Mapped: The World’s Unemployment Gender Gap See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Women have higher unemployment rates than men across most world regions, but the size of the gap varies widely. North Africa (+9.4%) and the Arab States (+8.0%) have by far the largest gender gaps in unemployment. North America and several Asia-Pacific regions are among the few places where male unemployment exceeds female unemployment. Across most of the world, women are more likely to be unemployed than men, though the gap differs dramatically by region. This graphic maps out the difference between unemployment rates for men and women across various world regions. Data is incorporated from the International Labour Organization (ILO)’s Employment and Social Trends 2026 report, specifically modelled ILOSTAT estimates from November 2025. The higher the percentage, the higher the female unemployment rate is compared to its male counterpart. Globally, the female unemployment rate is 0.2 percentage points higher than the men’s. The Unemployment Gender Gap in the Arab World This resulting “unemployment gender gap” varies widely between regions. Across most of the developing world, women have a higher unemployment rate than men. Nowhere is the gender gap starker than in the Middle East (+8%) and North Africa (+9.4%). The following table lists various world regions and subregions based on the difference between male and female unemployment rates. Region/SubregionFemale unemployment rate minus male unemployment rate (%) Northern Africa9.4 Arab States8.0 Central and Western Asia2.4 Latin America and the Caribbean1.8 Sub-Saharan Africa1.0 Eastern Europe0.5 Northern, Southern and Western Europe0.4 World0.2 Southern Asia0.2 Northern America-0.1 Pacific-0.1 South-Eastern Asia-0.3 Eastern Asia-1.0 A few factors help to explain the significant gender gap in unemployment rates throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. To start, cultural and legal barriers continue to limit women’s employment opportunities in some countries. Some countries, such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, have had labor regulations and restrictions on women working in certain industries, though reforms in recent years have sought to gradually reduce these limitations. Limited private-sector opportunities have also coincided in some cases with a slowdown in the historically large public-sector employment of many women. Family and childcare responsibilities can further make it more difficult for women who are seeking work to find and retain employment. Where Men Have Higher Unemployment In contrast, in certain developed regions, women have a slightly lower unemployment rate than men. This includes North America and the Pacific region (both -0.1%), Southeast Asia (-0.3%), and particularly East Asia (-1%). While defying global trends, this difference in unemployment rates can be attributed in part to education levels and the economic sectors attracting men and women. Women now outperform men educationally across many advanced economies, improving their employment prospects. The industries in question also matter. A rise in service-sector jobs in industries like healthcare and education has benefitted women more, in contrast to the more cyclical nature of male-dominated industries like construction, manufacturing, or mining. Unemployment Gender Gap Around the World The contrast between regions like North America and East Asia on one end and MENA on the other would seem to imply that regional development level is the crucial factor at play. Indeed, developing regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa (1%), Latin America and the Caribbean (1.8%), and Central and West Asia (2.4%) all have sizable gaps between the male and female unemployment rates. However, women in Northern, Southern, and Western Europe have an unemployment rate that is 0.4% higher than the male rate, roughly equal to the gap seen in Eastern Europe (0.5%) and above the gap seen in South Asia (0.2%). This indicates that economic development does not fully explain regional trends. Learn More on the Voronoi App For more on how one continent has brought down unemployment over time, check out Unemployment has fallen across most of Europe since 2013 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Use This Visualization America’s $31 Trillion Economy by State See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways California remains America’s largest state economy with $4.3 trillion in GDP, accounting for nearly 14% of national output. Only six states now generate more than $1 trillion in annual economic activity. Together, those six states produce nearly half of the entire U.S. economy. As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, its economy has grown to nearly $31 trillion, making it the world’s largest by a wide margin. Using the latest estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), this visualization ranks every state by nominal GDP in 2025, showing how each contributes to national output. California: The Economic Engine of America If California were an independent country, it would have the world’s fourth-largest economy, behind only the U.S., China, and Germany, and ahead of all other nations. It is currently the world’s largest subnational economy. This data table lists U.S. states by their 2025 nominal GDP. RankStateNominal GDP in 2025 (billions $)Share of U.S. GDP (%) 1California4,25113.8 2Texas2,9049.4 3New York2,4688.0 4Florida1,8356.0 5Illinois1,2023.9 6Pennsylvania1,0563.4 7Ohio9673.1 8Georgia9253.0 9Washington8952.9 10North Carolina8942.9 11New Jersey8872.9 12Massachusetts8202.7 13Virginia7982.6 14Michigan7302.4 15Arizona5981.9 16Tennessee5901.9 17Colorado5841.9 18Maryland5681.8 19Indiana5451.8 20Minnesota5311.7 21Wisconsin4731.5 22Missouri4681.5 23South Carolina3791.2 24Connecticut3761.2 25Oregon3431.1 26Alabama3411.1 27Louisiana3401.1 28Utah3161.0 29Kentucky3071.0 30Nevada2810.9 31Iowa2770.9 32Oklahoma2740.9 33Kansas2410.8 34Arkansas1980.6 35Nebraska1980.6 36District of Columbia1930.6 37Mississippi1650.5 38New Mexico1530.5 39Idaho1360.4 40New Hampshire1260.4 41Hawaii1250.4 42Delaware1170.4 43West Virginia1090.4 44Maine1030.3 45Rhode Island840.3 46Montana820.3 47North Dakota820.3 48South Dakota810.3 49Alaska750.2 50Wyoming530.2 51Vermont480.2 - U.S.30,762100.0 California is a powerful, diversified economy in which different sectors dominate different areas. Los Angeles, for example, is a major media hub, while San Francisco and the Bay Area’s Silicon Valley remain a global center for many of the world’s most valuable tech firms. The Central Valley, meanwhile, serves as one of the most productive agricultural areas in the world, with high output in dairy products, wine, nuts, fruits, and vegetables. Beyond these well-known sectors, the Golden State is also a major player in energy, particularly solar power, as well as a key logistics hub owing to the massive ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. The Trillion-Dollar Club Beyond California, five other states have a GDP exceeding a trillion dollars as of 2025: Texas ($2.9 trillion), New York ($2.5 trillion), Florida ($1.8 trillion), Illinois ($1.2 trillion), and Pennsylvania ($1.1 trillion). Some of these state economies, like Illinois and New York, are highly concentrated in one major city, such as Chicago or New York City. Others, like Florida and Texas, are more diffuse. Four Texan cities, for example, number among the country’s 10 most populous as of 2025. In line with its diversified economy, Texas is a major agricultural, defense, and energy player. The Lone Star State also has more Fortune 500 companies than any other state. The Diversified U.S. Economy While technology and entertainment drive California, Texas combines energy, manufacturing, agriculture, and defense. Elsewhere, states specialize in industries ranging from finance and pharmaceuticals to tourism and farming. This geographic diversity helps make the U.S. economy more resilient, as slowdowns in one industry or region can be offset by strength in others. The Great Plains, for example, are major producers of agricultural goods like soy and corn, as seen in the Iowan ($277 billion) and Nebraskan ($198 billion) economies. These states are particularly sensitive to droughts or trade disputes with major agricultural markets like China or Mexico. Meanwhile, other states depend more on tourism, particularly in major cities. Nevada’s $281-billion economy, for example, is heavily concentrated in Las Vegas, making the state vulnerable to drops in tourist numbers. Learn More on the Voronoi App Curious how each U.S. state ranks in terms of its business reputation? Check out Ranking the Best State Economies in 2024 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s Biggest Carmakers (2020–2025) See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Toyota and Volkswagen remained the world’s two biggest carmakers by global vehicle sales between 2020 and 2025. Chinese brands climbed rapidly, with BYD jumping into the global top 10 and Geely also moving higher. Several established automakers, including Honda, Nissan, and Renault, slipped down the rankings as competition intensified. The global auto industry is undergoing one of its biggest competitive shifts in decades. While Toyota and Volkswagen continue to lead worldwide sales, Chinese manufacturers have rapidly climbed the rankings as several established brands from Japan and Europe lose ground. This graphic ranks the world’s 15 largest carmakers by vehicle sales from 2020 to 2025 using annual data from F&I Tools, highlighting which companies have gained—and lost—ground over the past five years. Toyota and Volkswagen Hold the Top Spots With over 11 million sales in 2025, Toyota finished the year as the world’s top carmaker once more. Throughout the 2020s, the Japanese auto group has topped global rankings, followed by Volkswagen, which neared 9 million sales in 2025. These firms are also the largest companies in Japan and Europe, respectively. Other Japanese firms have struggled more in recent years. Honda slipped from fifth place in 2020 to eighth in 2025, while Nissan fell from seventh to tenth over the same period. Car Company2020 Rank (# of vehicles sold) Rank (2025) (# of vehicles sold)Change in Rank (2020-2025) Toyota11- VW22- Hyundai Kia43↑ 1 GM34↓ 1 Stellantis—5New (merger) Ford66- BYD—7New Honda58↓ 3 Suzuki139↑ 4 Nissan710↓ 3 Geely1411↑ 3 Changan—12New BMW1113↓ 2 Renault914↓ 5 Mercedes1215↓ 3 In Europe, the post-pandemic period has also been difficult. Mercedes-Benz and Renault both saw lower sales in 2025 compared to 2020, while BMW slipped two positions in the rankings. Some European and American firms have combined to maintain competitiveness. Fiat-Chrysler, which previously brought together a major Italian and American firm, merged with French rival PSA Group to form Stellantis in 2021. Stellantis finished 2025 as the world’s fifth-largest car firm, with 5.6 million vehicles sold. The Rise of BYD China has become a new hub for global car brands. In contrast to the struggles faced by legacy automakers in Europe and Japan, Chinese companies like BYD and Geely have prospered since 2020. After failing to crack the top 15 until 2023, BYD (short for “Build Your Dreams”) burst onto the scene in 2024 with over 4.1 million global car sales. The company has become a major player in the electric vehicle segment, far outselling better-known brands like Tesla despite virtually zero U.S. presence. Similarly to BYD, Geely has made inroads around the world, more than doubling its global sales from 1.3 million in 2020 to over 3 million in 2025. The Big Three Abroad Chrysler aside, America’s own legacy carmakers have struggled to grow their global market share, particularly against lower-cost foreign competitors. General Motors (GM), the top carmaker by U.S. sales, sold half a million fewer units in 2025 than in 2020. Meanwhile, Ford increased sales by roughly 450,000 units over the same period. By comparison, Japanese carmaker Suzuki more than doubled its sales, from nearly 1.5 million in 2020 to nearly 3.3 million in 2025. Learn More on the Voronoi App Curious if generational differences play a role in car preferences? Check out America’s Favorite Cars, According to Different Generations on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Use This Visualization Ranked: Where It Costs the Most to Stay Cool in America See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Arizona is projected to have the nation’s highest summer electricity bill at $1,060, more than double the lowest-cost states. The average U.S. household is expected to spend $792 on electricity between June and September, nearly 40% more than in 2020. Connecticut ranks second despite its milder climate, showing how high electricity prices can rival heat as a driver of summer bills. Keeping cool is becoming significantly more expensive for American households. Rising electricity prices and hotter summers are pushing cooling costs higher, with projected household electricity bills varying by more than twofold across the country. This visualization ranks projected summer electricity bills in every U.S. state using estimates from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA), based on Energy Information Administration electricity prices and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration temperature forecasts. Summer Electricity Costs by State Projected summer electricity bills range from $488 to $1,060 across the country: RankState or DistrictEstimated Average Electric BillJun–Sep 2026 1Arizona$1,060 2Connecticut$994 3Texas$936 4Florida$935 5New Jersey$915 6Alabama$911 7Georgia$891 8Maryland$886 9Massachusetts$882 10South Carolina$839 11Mississippi$834 12Louisiana$833 13California$828 14Missouri$803 15Virginia$798 16Delaware$789 17Oklahoma$786 18Tennessee$779 19New York$777 20Rhode Island$772 21Indiana$769 22Pennsylvania$749 23Ohio$745 24District of Columbia$725 25North Carolina$723 26West Virginia$718 27Arkansas$716 28New Hampshire$710 29Kentucky$708 30Nevada$705 31Illinois$687 32Kansas$687 33Michigan$655 34Maine$610 35Utah$609 36Iowa$601 37Colorado$592 38Nebraska$587 39New Mexico$584 40Wisconsin$580 41Vermont$579 42South Dakota$578 43Oregon$572 44Minnesota$556 45Idaho$512 46Montana$500 47Wyoming$491 48North Dakota$488 49Washington$488 --Alaskan/a --Hawaiin/a -- U.S. Average$792 Arizona tops the ranking due to its hotter temperatures. But Connecticut ranks a close second, at $994, despite far milder summers, making it one of the most notable outliers in the ranking. Why Connecticut Costs Almost as Much as Arizona Summer electricity bills depend on two factors: how much cooling households need and how much electricity costs where they live. Arizona, Texas, and Florida rank among the most expensive states because air conditioners run for much of the summer. Connecticut, meanwhile, reaches nearly the same cost despite milder temperatures, showing how local electricity markets can be just as important as cooling demand. At the other end of the ranking, Washington and North Dakota are projected to spend just $488 between June and September. Lower cooling demand and electricity costs help keep their summer bills less than half of Arizona’s total. Why Summer Electricity Bills Keep Rising Higher bills reflect both rising electricity prices and greater cooling demand. Utilities are facing growing infrastructure costs, while hotter summers are increasing air conditioning use. Together, those trends are making cooling a larger share of household budgets. The Growing Cost of Staying Cool For many households, summer electricity bills are becoming a larger affordability challenge. Today, roughly one in six U.S. households is behind on utility bills, with total utility debt projected to reach $23 billion this year. As heat waves become more frequent and electricity prices remain elevated, where Americans live increasingly shapes the cost of staying cool. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the annual cost of living in every state.

Published 10 hours ago on June 30, 2026 By Cody Good Graphics & Design Abha Patil Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by the National Public Utilities Council Countries Building the Most Small Modular Nuclear Reactors Key Takeaways The U.S. is leading the world in small modular nuclear reactor development with 28 siting announcements, as of 2026. Canada and the UK follow, with nine and seven siting announcements, respectively. The U.S. is leading the world in small modular nuclear reactor (SMR) development with 28 siting announcements, as of 2026. This graphic, in partnership with the National Public Utilities Council shows which countries are building the most SMRs. The U.S. Leads Global SMR Development With 28 siting announcements, the U.S. has more SMR projects in development than the next four countries combined. RankCountryNumber of Siting Announcements 1United States28 2Canada9 3United Kingdom7 4Russia5 5China4 6Finland4 7France4 8Poland4 9Indonesia3 10Sweden3 Source: The Nuclear Energy Agency Only 78 of 129 SMR designs being tracked by the NEA are publicly reported in the digital dashboard. The rest have either requested not to be included or are not under active development. Across the U.S., national laboratories lead in siting announcements (7), followed by a three-way tie among utilities, universities, and SMR developers (5 each). Why Small Modular Reactors Matter SMRs are a critical clean-energy technology that are cheaper and more flexible than traditional nuclear power generation. Small: SMRs can produce up to 300 MWe, far less than traditional reactors, which typically produce around 1,000–1,400 MWe.  Modular: SMRs are designed for mass factory manufacturing to reduce cost and build time. Reactor: The four main reactor types are light water reactors, fast neutron reactors, graphite-moderated high temperature reactors, and molten salt reactors. Their compact, modular design enables easier transport and deployment ideal for data centers or remote sites where grid connection is costly or unnecessary. The Role of SMRs in the Future of Power As electricity demand accelerates, SMRs are becoming an increasingly important part of conversations around grid reliability, energy security, and clean firm power.  For utilities and policymakers, tracking where these projects are emerging can help inform planning, policy, and long-term strategy. You may also like Energy9 months ago Ranked: The Top 10 Cleanest Operating Utilities In The U.S. Just four U.S. utilities operate with over 80% carbon-free generation. This graphic ranks the top 10 cleanest utilities by their fuel mix. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join 375,000+ email subscribers: *Sign Up

Use This Visualization Which States Produce the Most Food in America? See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways California generated $67.4 billion in agricultural production value in 2024, nearly twice as much as any other state. The Midwest produced 44% of U.S. agricultural value, making it the country’s largest farming region. America’s farms generated $573 billion in agricultural production value in 2024, according to the USDA. From California’s fruit and vegetable farms to the Midwest’s vast corn and soybean fields, agriculture looks very different across the United States. Using the latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), this graphic ranks every state by its agricultural production value in 2024. America’s Largest Agricultural Economies The table below shows each state’s agricultural production value in 2024. RankStateAgricultural Production Value 2024 1California$67.4B 2Iowa$40.5B 3Texas$37.6B 4Nebraska$34.2B 5Kansas$26.3B 6Illinois$24.4B 7Minnesota$24.1B 8Wisconsin$16.9B 9North Carolina$16.8B 10Indiana$16.3B 11Missouri$15.4B 12South Dakota$15.1B 13Ohio$14.6B 14Georgia$14.2B 15Washington$14.2B 16Arkansas$13.5B 17North Dakota$13.0B 18Idaho$12.6B 19Michigan$12.2B 20Florida$11.2B 21Colorado$10.8B 22Oklahoma$10.7B 23Pennsylvania$10.7B 24Kentucky$9.2B 25Alabama$9.0B 26New York$8.2B 27Oregon$8.1B 28Mississippi$7.9B 29Tennessee$6.1B 30Montana$6.0B 31Arizona$5.6B 32Virginia$5.6B 33Louisiana$5.0B 34New Mexico$4.7B 35South Carolina$4.2B 36Maryland$3.6B 37Utah$3.0B 38Wyoming$2.4B 39Delaware$2.3B 40New Jersey$2.0B 41Nevada$1.3B 42West Virginia$1.2B 43Vermont$1.1B 44Maine$1.1B 45Hawaii$917M 46Connecticut$909M 47Massachusetts$782M 48New Hampshire$340M 49Rhode Island$139M 50Alaska$71M -- U.S. Total$573B Together, the top 10 states account for well over half of America’s agricultural production value. Geography, climate, water availability, and decades of specialization have helped create distinct regional farming economies across the country. California Remains America’s Agricultural Giant California generated $67.4 billion in agricultural production value in 2024, nearly twice as much as any other state. Its combination of specialty crops, fruits, vegetables, nuts, dairy, and favorable growing conditions allows it to produce more agricultural value than any other U.S. state despite accounting for only a small share of the nation’s farmland. Texas, another large state by both population and land area, ranks third nationally, generating $37.6 billion driven largely by cattle production. The Midwest Is America’s Food Engine While California tops the rankings individually, the Midwest dominates collectively. The region accounts for 44% of U.S. agricultural production value, powered by states including Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, Indiana, and Illinois. Taken together, these states produce over 60% of America’s corn volume. Many Midwestern states also specialize in soybeans, livestock, and dairy, forming the backbone of both the U.S. food system and global agricultural exports. This makes the Midwest one of the world’s leading agricultural production corridors. A Diverse Agricultural Economy Agricultural strength varies widely by region. Western states generate high-value specialty crops, vineyards, and dairy, while Southern states are major producers of poultry, cotton, rice, and cattle. Although Northeastern agriculture is smaller by value, it remains an important source of dairy, produce, and regional food supply. This regional specialization helps make the U.S. one of the world’s leading agricultural producers and food exporters, supplying both domestic consumers and global markets alike. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the states with the most farmland.

Published 1 hour ago on June 30, 2026 By Julia Wendling Article & Editing Jenna Ross Graphics & Design Jennifer West Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Terzo Ranked: America’s 20 Lowest-Paying College Degrees The lowest-paying college degrees can have a significant impact on lifetime earnings. While salary is only one factor when choosing a major, some fields consistently generate lower wages than others. This visualization, created in partnership with Terzo as part of the Markets in a Minute series, ranks America’s lowest paying college degrees based on median mid-career wages. The data comes from the New York Fed and highlights which majors have the lowest earning potential in 2024. Education Degrees Make Up Half the List Education majors account for many of the lowest paying college degrees in America. Early childhood education ranks last overall, with a median mid-career wage of $52k. RankMajorMid-Career Median Wage ($k) 1Early Childhood Education52 2Elementary Education55 3General Education56 4Special Education56 5Miscellaneous Education60 6Social Services60 7Secondary Education62 8Family and Consumer Sciences65 9Anthropology65 10Theology and Religion66 11Health Services67 12Nutrition Sciences70 13Treatment Therapy70 14Psychology72 15Fine Arts72 16Liberal Arts75 17Leisure and Hospitality75 18Earth Sciences75 19General Social Sciences75 20Performing Arts75 Elementary education, general education, special education, and secondary education also appear in the lowest-earning list. Despite lower pay, these professions play a critical role in developing future generations. Lowest-Paying Social Science Majors Face Lower Earnings Several social science majors also rank among the lowest-paying college degrees. Social services, anthropology, theology and religion, psychology, and liberal arts all appear on the list. These fields often lead to careers in public service, nonprofits, education, or community organizations. While demand remains steady, compensation tends to lag behind more technical professions. Arts and Health Fields Also Feature Fine arts and performing arts both rank among the lowest-paying majors, with median mid-career wages of $72k and $75k, respectively. Several health-related degrees also make the list. Health services, nutrition sciences, and treatment therapy all report median mid-career wages below $71k. What the Lowest Paying College Degrees Mean for CFOs Compensation varies widely across industries and occupations. Understanding long-term earning trends can help finance leaders benchmark labor costs, evaluate talent markets, and better understand workforce dynamics. In a market where success increasingly depends on maximizing existing assets, contract data has become an important source of untapped value. 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Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s 30 Most Profitable Companies See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Alphabet generated $160 billion in annual profit, making it the world’s most profitable company. Technology companies account for six of the world’s 10 most profitable firms, led by Alphabet, Microsoft, Apple, and NVIDIA. Saudi Aramco is the highest-ranking non-tech company, earning $99 billion in annual profit. The world’s biggest companies generated staggering profits over the last year, with technology firms widening their lead over nearly every other sector. Using the latest Forbes Global 2000 rankings and companies’ most recent 12-month financial results, this visualization ranks the 30 most profitable companies in the world as of 2026. While tech dominates the top of the list, finance, energy, retail, healthcare, and automotive companies also feature prominently, highlighting where the world’s largest corporate earnings are concentrated. Tech’s Very Profitable 2026 Alphabet leads by a sizable margin and is followed by Microsoft ($125 billion), Apple ($123 billion), and NVIDIA ($120 billion). This data table lists the world’s most profitable companies in 2026 alongside their industry. RankNameSectorProfit (billions $) 1 AlphabetTechnology160.2 2 MicrosoftTechnology125.2 3 AppleTechnology122.6 4 NVIDIATechnology120.1 5 Saudi AramcoEnergy99.3 6 AmazonRetail90.8 7 Berkshire HathawayFinancials72.5 8 Meta PlatformsTechnology70.6 9 TSMCTechnology62.5 10 JPMorganChaseFinancials58.6 11 SamsungTechnology58.5 12 SK HynixTechnology52.7 13 ICBCFinancials51.3 14 China Construction BankFinancials48.2 15 Agricultural Bank of ChinaFinancials39.2 16 Bank of ChinaFinancials34.5 17 Tencent HoldingsTechnology33.1 18 SoftbankTechnology33.1 19 Bank of AmericaFinancials31.8 20 Toyota MotorAutos25.5 21 ExxonMobilEnergy25.3 22 Eli LillyHealth Care25.3 23 BroadcomTechnology25.0 24 Micron TechnologyTechnology24.1 25 Schweizerische NationalbankFinancials23.6 26 PetroChinaEnergy22.4 27 VisaFinancials22.0 28 WalmartRetail21.9 29 Wells FargoFinancials21.7 30 China Life InsuranceFinancials21.5 Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and other platforms, brought in an estimated profit of $71 billion, followed by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) at $62 billion. AI infrastructure spending, cloud computing, semiconductor demand, and digital advertising helped propel many technology companies to record profits. These businesses also tend to generate high margins once their platforms reach global scale, allowing earnings to grow faster than revenue. Most of the largest tech firms have also made substantial AI and computing investments in recent years. The AI boom has benefited companies across the technology supply chain, from chip designers like NVIDIA to manufacturers such as Samsung and TSMC, as well as cloud providers including Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon. Financial Firms by Annual Profits Following technology, the sector housing the most profitable companies as of 2026 is finance, led by Berkshire Hathaway ($72 billion) and JPMorgan Chase ($59 billion). Originally a textile manufacturer, Berkshire Hathaway has evolved into a multinational conglomerate with large positions and subsidiaries across manufacturing, infrastructure, retail, insurance, and other sectors. JPMorgan Chase, meanwhile, remains the world’s largest bank by market capitalization, as well as the largest bank in the U.S. by total assets. Several of its chief competitors also landed in the top 30, including Bank of America ($32 billion), Wells Fargo ($22 billion), and China’s ICBC ($51 billion). Leaders in Energy and Retail Technology and financial companies dominate the ranking, accounting for more than two-thirds of the world’s 30 most profitable firms. Outside those sectors, only a handful of energy, retail, pharmaceutical, and automotive companies break into the top tier. Saudi Aramco brought in more profits ($99 billion) than any other energy company worldwide, ahead of ExxonMobil ($25 billion) and PetroChina ($22 billion). Meanwhile, retail giant Amazon ($91 billion), which recently became the world’s top company by revenue, outperformed its chief competitor Walmart ($22 billion). Amazon’s profits have risen rapidly since 2023 due in part to growth in its higher-margin businesses, including digital subscriptions and, AWS, and advertising. Learn More on the Voronoi App Curious how the world’s highest-revenue company has helped its profits soar? Check out Amazon’s Profit Climbs as Cost Cutting Bears Fruit on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Mapped: The Global Fertility Divide Key Takeaways Just 43% of the world’s countries have fertility rates above the replacement threshold of 2.1 children per woman. Europe, East Asia, and most of the Americas are now below replacement, while most African countries remain above it. A handful of countries, from Tunisia to Guatemala, stand out as exceptions to their regional trends. The world is becoming increasingly divided by fertility. One group of countries now has too few births to naturally replace its population, while another continues to see population growth driven by higher fertility rates. This demographic divide has major implications for aging populations, labor markets, immigration, and future economic growth. This map shows which countries are above and below the replacement fertility rate of 2.1 children per woman, using projections for 2025 from the UN World Population Prospects 2024 Revision. While the regional patterns are striking, several countries buck the trend. Fertility Rates by Country The table below lists projected fertility rates for 2025 and whether each country falls above or below the 2.1 replacement threshold. CountryTotal Fertility Rate (TFR)Above or Below 2.1 (Replacement Rate) Chad5.94Above Somalia5.91Above DR Congo5.90Above Central African Republic5.81Above Niger5.79Above Mali5.42Above Angola4.95Above Burundi4.68Above Afghanistan4.66Above Mozambique4.62Above Mauritania4.56Above Mayotte4.50Above Tanzania4.47Above Benin4.42Above Yemen4.41Above Nigeria4.30Above Sudan4.19Above Cameroon4.19Above Ivory Coast4.17Above Togo4.07Above Uganda4.06Above Congo4.05Above Guinea4.04Above Equatorial Guinea4.04Above Burkina Faso4.00Above Zambia3.97Above Madagascar3.84Above Ethiopia3.81Above Gambia3.80Above Liberia3.79Above Comoros3.76Above Samoa3.75Above Senegal3.71Above South Sudan3.71Above Guinea-Bissau3.68Above Zimbabwe3.62Above Sierra Leone3.61Above Eritrea3.61Above Rwanda3.59Above Gabon3.54Above Malawi3.53Above Vanuatu3.53Above Sao Tome and Principe3.53Above Pakistan3.50Above Solomon Islands3.47Above Uzbekistan3.45Above Ghana3.30Above French Guiana3.29Above Nauru3.25Above Palestine3.19Above Iraq3.17Above Namibia3.17Above Tuvalu3.14Above Kenya3.12Above Kiribati3.09Above Tonga3.07Above Papua New Guinea3.03Above Tajikistan2.99Above Kazakhstan2.95Above Marshall Islands2.82Above Israel2.75Above Kyrgyzstan2.75Above Egypt2.71Above Guam2.71Above Micronesia2.71Above Eswatini2.68Above Algeria2.67Above Syria2.66Above Botswana2.66Above Lesotho2.64Above Turkmenistan2.63Above Saint Martin (French part)2.63Above Haiti2.59Above Mongolia2.58Above Djibouti2.58Above Jordan2.57Above Tokelau2.57Above Timor-Leste2.56Above Cambodia2.51Above Bolivia2.50Above Oman2.48Above Niue2.46Above Honduras2.45Above Paraguay2.39Above Guyana2.37Above Laos2.36Above Saudi Arabia2.29Above Northern Mariana Islands2.28Above Guatemala2.26Above Libya2.25Above Fiji2.25Above American Samoa2.25Above Lebanon2.21Above Suriname2.21Above Faroe Islands2.20Above South Africa2.19Above Dominican Republic2.19Above Morocco2.18Above Nicaragua2.18Above Western Sahara2.15Above Réunion2.13Above Bangladesh2.11Above Indonesia2.10Above Panama2.09Below Monaco2.09Below Myanmar2.08Below Seychelles2.08Below United States Virgin Islands2.07Below Venezuela2.06Below Guadeloupe2.05Below Belize2.01Below Cook Islands2.00Below Martinique1.97Below New Caledonia1.95Below India1.94Below Peru1.94Below Nepal1.94Below Sri Lanka1.94Below Greenland1.91Below Philippines1.88Below Vietnam1.88Below Gibraltar1.88Below Mexico1.87Below Palau1.86Below Tunisia1.80Below Montenegro1.80Below Ecuador1.79Below Georgia1.79Below Bahrain1.78Below Dem. People's Republic of Korea1.77Below El Salvador1.75Below St. Vincent & Grenadines1.75Below Bulgaria1.74Below Moldova1.72Below Romania1.71Below Armenia1.71Below Brunei1.71Below Qatar1.70Below Barbados1.70Below Falkland Islands1.69Below Iran1.67Below Azerbaijan1.66Below New Zealand1.65Below France1.64Below Australia1.64Below St. Helena1.64Below United States1.62Below Turkey1.62Below Colombia1.62Below Aruba1.61Below Brazil1.60Below Ireland1.60Below Slovenia1.58Below Antigua and Barbuda1.58Below Slovakia1.57Below Maldives1.55Below United Kingdom1.54Below Liechtenstein1.54Below Malaysia1.53Below Kosovo (under UNSC res. 1244)1.53Below Isle of Man1.53Below Portugal1.52Below Denmark1.52Below Trinidad and Tobago1.52Below Cayman Islands1.51Below St. Kitts & Nevis1.51Below Argentina1.50Below Hungary1.50Below Serbia1.50Below Kuwait1.50Below Bosnia and Herzegovina1.50Below Cape Verde1.50Below Iceland1.50Below French Polynesia1.48Below Czechia1.47Below Croatia1.47Below North Macedonia1.47Below Dominica1.47Below Russia1.46Below Germany1.46Below Grenada1.46Below Cuba1.45Below Bonaire1.45Below Montserrat1.45Below Netherlands1.44Below Sweden1.44Below Switzerland1.44Below Bhutan1.44Below Turks and Caicos Islands1.44Below Sint Maarten1.43Below Norway1.42Below Bermuda1.41Below Luxembourg1.40Below Wallis & Futuna1.40Below Belgium1.39Below Uruguay1.39Below St. Lucia1.38Below Jersey1.38Below Cyprus1.37Below Estonia1.37Below Guernsey1.37Below Bahamas1.36Below Latvia1.35Below Anguilla1.35Below Greece1.34Below Jamaica1.34Below Canada1.33Below Austria1.33Below Albania1.33Below Poland1.31Below Costa Rica1.31Below Finland1.30Below Saint Pierre and Miquelon1.28Below Japan1.23Below Spain1.23Below Belarus1.22Below Lithuania1.22Below Italy1.21Below United Arab Emirates1.21Below Mauritius1.21Below Thailand1.19Below San Marino1.16Below Chile1.13Below Malta1.11Below Andorra1.10Below Curacao1.07Below British Virgin Islands1.06Below China1.02Below Ukraine1.00Below Singapore0.96Below Puerto Rico0.94Below Taiwan0.86Below St. Barthélemy0.83Below South Korea0.75Below Hong Kong0.74Below Macao0.69Below The Great Fertility Divide The divide is strikingly regional. Europe is entirely below replacement fertility, joined by most countries across the Americas and East Asia. Meanwhile, most African countries, along with parts of the Middle East, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia, remain above the replacement threshold. The map also reveals several notable exceptions. Geographic Pockets That Buck the Trend While regional patterns are remarkably consistent, several countries stand out as exceptions to their neighbors: Central America: Honduras, Nicaragua, and Guatemala all have fertility rates just over replacement. On both the north and south sides, virtually every other country in the Americas is below replacement. Africa: Tunisia is the sole country in continental Africa with a rate under 2.1. South America: There are two pockets of higher fertility: Peru and Paraguay, and the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana). Middle East: UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain are below 2.1, while surrounding nations in virtually every direction are above replacement. South/Central Asia: A strip of connected countries, from Pakistan all the way up through Kazakhstan to Mongolia, has higher fertility. Bangladesh also stands out as higher fertility. Southeast Asia: Laos and Cambodia stand out as above replacement. Indonesia is the only country with exactly a 2.1 fertility rate, equal to replacement. Most of these outliers are countries at different stages of the demographic transition than their neighbors. Their fertility rates remain above or below replacement while surrounding countries have already moved in the other direction, creating pockets that stand apart from the broader regional pattern. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, see Japan’s birthrate collapse over the last 60 years in this visualization on Voronoi.

Use This Visualization How Global Central Bank Reserves Have Shifted Since 2000 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The U.S. dollar’s share of global central bank reserves has fallen from nearly 59% in 2000 to just under 40% in 2025. Gold has become the biggest beneficiary of reserve diversification, rising from 11% to nearly one-quarter of global reserves. The recent jump in gold’s share reflects both record central bank buying and rising gold prices, which increased the value of existing holdings. For more than two decades, central banks have gradually diversified their reserve portfolios. While the U.S. dollar remains the world’s dominant reserve asset, its share has steadily declined as countries have added gold and a broader mix of currencies. This visualization tracks how global official reserves have changed between 2000 and 2025. It shows that gold has been the biggest winner of this shift, climbing to nearly one-quarter of total reserves even as no single currency has come close to replacing the dollar. The data comes from the IMF’s Currency Composition of Official Foreign Exchange Reserves (COFER) database and International Liquidity (IL) dataset. The Dollar Remains Dominant—but Its Share Is Shrinking The U.S. dollar accounted for nearly 59% of global reserves in 2000, compared with just under 40% by the end of 2025. Central Bank Reserve Assets20002025Change Gold11.4%24.5%+13.0 pts U.S. dollar58.7%39.6%-19.1 pts Euro14.8%14.1%-0.7 pts Yen5.5%4.0%-1.5 pts Pound2.9%3.1%+0.2 pts Renminbi—1.4%+1.4 pts Other6.8%13.4%+6.7 pts Although no other currency has come close to replacing it individually, central banks have steadily diversified their reserve portfolios over time. The euro remains the second-largest reserve currency, while the Japanese yen, British pound, and Chinese renminbi together account for a relatively modest share. Gold Has Become the Biggest Winner Gold’s share of global reserves has more than doubled since the early 2000s, reaching 24.5% in 2025. Unlike reserve currencies, gold carries no sovereign issuer and cannot be frozen or sanctioned by another government, making it increasingly attractive in an era of geopolitical uncertainty. The sharp rise during 2024 and 2025 reflects both strong central bank purchases and higher gold prices, which increased the value of existing holdings. As geopolitical fragmentation continues, reserve diversification is likely to remain a defining theme for central banks worldwide. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out  Mapped: How Major Currency Performance Shifted in 2025 on Voronoi.

Published 2 hours ago on June 29, 2026 By Julia Wendling Article & Editing Jenna Ross Graphics & Design Jennifer West Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Terzo Ranked: America’s 20 Highest-Paying College Degrees The highest-paying college degrees can shape a graduate’s earning potential for decades. While factors like industry, location, and experience influence salaries, some majors consistently lead to higher pay than others. This visualization, created in partnership with Terzo as part of the Markets in a Minute series, ranks America’s highest paying college degrees based on median mid-career wages. The data comes from the New York Fed and highlights which majors deliver the strongest long-term earning potential in 2024. Engineering Dominates the Highest-Paying College Degrees Engineering majors claim many of the top spots in the rankings. Chemical engineering leads the list with a median mid-career wage of $135k. Computer engineering and aerospace engineering follow close behind at $131k and $130k, respectively. RankMajorMid-Career Median Wage ($k) 1Chemical Engineering135 2Computer Engineering131 3Aerospace Engineering130 4Electrical Engineering123 5Computer Science120 6Mechanical Engineering120 7Construction Services120 8Civil Engineering115 9Economics115 10Finance112 11Business Analytics109 12General Engineering105 13Misc Engineering105 14Physics105 15Engineering Technologies104 16Info Systems & Mgmt100 17Industrial Engineering100 18Biochemistry100 19Mathematics100 20Political Science100 Electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering also rank among the highest paying college degrees. These fields benefit from sustained demand across manufacturing, infrastructure, energy, and advanced technology industries. Engineers also earn some of the highest salaries immediately after graduation. Recent graduates typically make between $75k and $90k annually, giving many engineering majors a strong head start. Technology Degrees Continue to Deliver Strong Earnings Technology-focused majors also offer impressive returns. Computer science ranks fifth overall, with a median mid-career wage of $120k. Information systems and management also appears among the top-paying degrees. As companies invest in artificial intelligence, automation, and digital transformation, graduates with technical skills remain in high demand. Business and Science Degrees Offer Competitive Pay Not all of the highest paying college degrees fall within engineering or technology. Economics ranks ninth, with a median mid-career wage of $115k. Finance follows at $112k, while business analytics reaches $109k. Several science majors also make the list. Physics, biochemistry, and mathematics each deliver median mid-career wages of $100k or more. 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Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s Safest Countries for Investors in 2026 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Switzerland ranks as the world’s safest country for investors in 2026, ahead of Denmark and Norway. Europe claims nine of the top 10 spots, with Singapore the only non-European country in the top tier. The U.S. ranks 24th as political instability and other risk factors weigh on its overall score. Where is capital best protected in an increasingly uncertain world? This ranking from Henley & Partners scores 50 countries based on their ability to withstand economic and geopolitical shocks, measuring factors like political stability, inflation, governance, public finances, and currency risk rather than expected investment returns. Europe Leads the Global Rankings Switzerland ranks first with a score of 88.4 out of 100, followed by Denmark and Norway. Europe dominates the list overall, accounting for nine of the top 10 countries. Singapore is the lone exception, placing fourth thanks to its strong governance, sound public finances, and highly competitive business environment. RankCountryGlobal Investment Risk and Resilience Score2026 1 Switzerland88.4 2 Denmark85.1 3 Norway83.5 4 Singapore83.4 5 Sweden83.2 6 Luxembourg83.0 7 Finland82.1 8 Netherlands80.8 9 Germany80.7 10 Iceland79.8 11 Canada78.5 12 Austria78.5 13 Estonia78.4 14 Czechia78.0 15 Ireland77.9 16 New Zealand77.8 17 Hong Kong SAR76.5 18 Slovenia75.7 19 UK75.2 20 South Korea74.8 21 Belgium74.4 22 Lithuania74.4 23 France74.2 24 U.S.73.0 25 Brunei73.0 26 Latvia72.9 27 Japan71.7 28 Malta71.5 29 UAE71.3 30 Slovakia70.7 31 Croatia69.8 32 Australia69.6 33 Poland69.5 34 Uruguay69.3 35 Israel69.1 36 Italy68.6 37 China68.5 38 Qatar68.1 39 Georgia68.0 40 Bulgaria67.9 41 Malaysia67.4 42 Hungary67.4 43 Chile67.1 44 Saudi Arabia67.0 45 Kuwait66.5 46 Spain66.4 47 Cyprus66.1 48 Portugal65.2 49 North Macedonia65.0 50 Panama64.8 A clear pattern emerges from the rankings: countries with stable political institutions, disciplined public finances, and credible monetary policy consistently outperform larger economies facing higher political or economic uncertainty. The index suggests that resilience—not market size—is the defining characteristic of today’s safest investment destinations. Why the U.S. Ranks 24th The U.S. ranking highlights one of the index’s biggest distinctions. Rather than rewarding economic size alone, the methodology also accounts for political stability, fiscal strength, inflation, currency volatility, and governance. As a result, smaller economies such as Switzerland, Denmark, and Singapore rank ahead of much larger investment markets. What Makes a Country “Safe” for Investors? Importantly, the index is not designed to predict which stock markets will generate the highest returns. Instead, it evaluates how resilient each country’s overall investment environment is during periods of economic and geopolitical stress by assessing 13 indicators, including inflation, currency volatility, governance, political stability, and public finances. The result is a broader view of investment safety, focusing less on market performance and more on a country’s ability to remain stable during periods of global stress. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic showing the countries with the best reputations.

Use This Visualization Mapped: Where Americans Work the Longest Weeks See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Southern and energy-producing states dominate the longest average workweeks in America. The gap between the longest and shortest workweeks is less than four hours per week, but adds up to nearly five extra full-time workweeks annually. The differences largely reflect each state’s mix of industries rather than worker productivity. Americans don’t all work the same schedule. Depending on where they live, the average private-sector workweek differs by nearly four hours, reflecting the industries that dominate each state’s economy. This map shows average weekly hours worked across every U.S. state and the District of Columbia using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for April 2026. Energy States Work the Longest Weeks Louisiana tops the ranking with an average private-sector workweek of 36.3 hours, followed by Texas and Alabama. RankStateAverage Weekly Hours Worked 1Louisiana36.3 2Texas35.9 3Alabama35.8 4District of Columbia35.4 5Alaska35.3 5West Virginia35.3 7Mississippi35.2 8Arkansas35.1 8Kentucky35.1 8Oklahoma35.1 11Georgia34.9 11North Dakota34.9 11Wyoming34.9 14Nevada34.7 14Tennessee34.7 16Washington34.5 17Idaho34.4 17Pennsylvania34.4 19Florida34.2 19North Carolina34.2 21New Mexico34.1 21Ohio34.1 23Arizona33.9 23Iowa33.9 23Virginia33.9 26Michigan33.8 26New Jersey33.8 26South Carolina33.8 29Indiana33.7 30Kansas33.6 30Nebraska33.6 30Vermont33.6 33Connecticut33.5 34Illinois33.4 34Maryland33.4 36Rhode Island33.3 37Montana33.1 37Utah33.1 39Massachusetts33 40Colorado32.9 40Missouri32.9 40New Hampshire32.9 40New York32.9 40Oregon32.9 40Wisconsin32.9 46California32.8 47Maine32.7 47Minnesota32.7 49South Dakota32.6 50Hawaii32.5 51Delaware32.4 A clear regional pattern emerges from the rankings. States with large oil and gas industries, manufacturing bases, or resource extraction sectors generally report longer average workweeks, reflecting industries that rely on continuous operations, shift work, and longer full-time schedules. Industry Mix Shapes Work Hours By contrast, states with larger concentrations of professional services, finance, education, healthcare, or tourism generally report shorter average workweeks. These industries often have more standardized schedules and a greater share of salaried office-based employment. California, New York, Massachusetts, and Hawaii all fall below the national leaders despite their large economies. The figures reflect average hours worked rather than worker productivity or earnings, highlighting how different industries organize labor. Small Differences Add Up The spread between the highest- and lowest-ranked jurisdictions is relatively modest, at just under four hours per week. However, over the course of a year, that difference amounts to nearly 200 additional hours worked, roughly the equivalent of five extra full-time workweeks. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The States Where Housing Prices Have Surged the Most (2021–2026) on Voronoi.

Countries With the Highest Percentage of Female Population This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways: Women make up 49.7% of the global population, but exceed 53% in several countries and territories. Hong Kong ranks first at 54.9%, followed by Moldova (54.0%) and Macao (53.9%). Longer female life expectancy, aging populations, and migration patterns help explain why some countries have a much higher share of women. Across most of the world, men and women are present in nearly equal numbers. Yet in a handful of countries and territories, women make up well over half the population, creating some of the world’s largest gender imbalances. This visualization, created by Harris Saleem, ranks the countries and territories with the highest female share of the population using the latest available World Bank data. Longer female life expectancy is a major factor, but migration and age structure also shape these demographic patterns. Where Women Make Up the Largest Share Hong Kong leads the ranking, with women accounting for 54.9% of the population. Moldova, Macao, Latvia, and Armenia round out the top five, each with female population shares above 53%. RankCountryPercentage Female Population 1 Hong Kong54.9% 2 Moldova54.0% 3 Macao53.9% 4 Latvia53.7% 5 Armenia53.6% 6 Russia53.6% 7 Ukraine53.5% 8 Georgia53.4% 9 Belarus53.4% 10 Puerto Rico52.9% 11 Lithuania52.8% 12 Aruba52.8% 13 Tonga52.6% 14 Serbia52.5% 15 Estonia52.5% Many countries on the list are in Eastern Europe or are island territories, where aging, migration, and historical mortality patterns can all have an outsized effect on the population mix. Although the differences may appear small, they are significant at the national level. A female share above 53% can represent hundreds of thousands, and in larger countries millions, more women than men. Why Some Countries Skew Female In many developed economies, the answer often comes down to longer life expectancy. Women tend to outlive men globally due to biological advantages and lower exposure to certain high-risk behaviors and occupations. As populations age, this longevity gap becomes more visible. Healthcare improvements also play a role. While better medical care has increased life expectancy for both sexes, women generally retain a longevity advantage that becomes more pronounced in older populations. Migration can also reshape gender balances. In some countries, working-age men leave for jobs abroad, increasing the share of women who remain. In others, male-dominated immigration has the opposite effect. When the Pattern Reverses Not every country skews female. Some Gulf states, including Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, have large male immigrant workforces, pushing their populations heavily male. Meanwhile, parts of South Asia and China have historically seen male-skewed populations, partly reflecting son preference and imbalanced sex ratios at birth. National gender ratios are ultimately shaped by a combination of health, aging, migration, and social factors. To compare the other side of the demographic divide, check out Countries With the Highest Percentage of Male Population.

Countries With the Highest Percentage of Male Population This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways: Qatar has the world’s highest male share of population, at roughly 72%. Four of the top five countries are in the Gulf, where male migrant labor is a major driver. Globally, the natural baseline is already slightly male-biased at birth, at around 105 boys for every 100 girls. Most countries have populations that are split close to evenly between men and women. But a handful stand far apart from the global norm. In Qatar, nearly three out of every four residents are men, while several neighboring Gulf economies also have unusually high male shares driven largely by labor migration. This visualization, created by Harris Saleem, ranks countries by the male share of their total population, using the latest available data from the World Bank. Where Men Make Up the Largest Share At the top of the ranking is Qatar, with a 72% male share. The United Arab Emirates follows at about 64%, with Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia also standing well above the global norm. Here are the countries with the highest percentage of male population: RankCountryPercentage Male Population 1 Qatar72% 2 U.A.E64% 3 Maldives62% 4 Oman62% 5 Bahrain62% 6 Kuwait61% 7 Saudi Arabia61% 8 Seychelles55% 9 Palau54% 10 Bhutan53% 11 Brunei Darussalam53% 12 Equatorial Guinea53% 13 Greenland53% 14 Malaysia52% 15 Malta52% These countries are major outliers compared with most of the world, where the male and female shares typically sit close to 50/50. Why Gulf Countries Rank So High The biggest factor is labor migration. Countries with large construction, energy, services, and infrastructure sectors often attract vast numbers of foreign workers, many of whom are men. This can dramatically skew the population balance, especially in smaller countries where migrant labor makes up a large share of residents. Gulf economies like Qatar dominate the top of the list, while countries like Bhutan, Equatorial Guinea, India, and Papua New Guinea show more moderate male majorities. Birth Ratios Also Play a Role Even without migration, populations tend to begin with a slight male bias. Biologically, around 105 boys are born for every 100 girls, according to research by the BBC and Our World in Data. In some Asian countries, this imbalance can be amplified by sex-selective practices and cultural preferences for male heirs. These dynamics are one reason broader conversations around the global gender gap often include demographic patterns alongside economic and social indicators. A high male population share is a population imbalance that does not have a single explanation. In Gulf states, it is largely tied to migration and labor demand. Elsewhere, birth ratios, cultural preferences, life expectancy, and migration patterns can all influence the balance. To compare the other side of the demographic divide, check out Countries With The Highest Percentage Of Female Population.