Published 4 hours ago on March 6, 2026 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Jennifer West Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by New York Life Investment Management 5 Ways Women Are Reshaping Investing Women are transforming the investment landscape. Entrepreneurial momentum, rising earnings, and expanding control over wealth are driving the shift. From launching businesses at record rates to redefining what they expect from financial advisors, women’s growing economic influence is reshaping how capital is built, managed, and deployed. This visualization, created in partnership with New York Life Investment Management, highlights women’s growing role in capital markets. A Surge in Women-Led Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship is one of the clearest signals of women’s rising financial power. Last year, women launched 49% of all new businesses, according to Gusto. That marks a 69% increase since 2019 and the highest share in five years. This growth isn’t just about participation. It’s about capital. Women business owners now control significant investable wealth, averaging $1.1 million in assets. That level of influence underscores the importance of long-term planning, trusted guidance, and access to investment education. But entrepreneurship is only one piece of a broader wealth expansion story. Women’s Expanding Control Over Wealth The share of wealth controlled by women continues to grow in the U.S. and globally. As a result, their influence over how capital is allocated is increasing. In the U.S., the share of assets controlled by women is set to rise from 31% in 2019 to 38% by 2030. This is estimated to total $34.0 trillion. YearWealth controlled by women ($ trillions)Wealth controlled by women (%) 201810.031 202318.034 2030F34.038 Women investors span a wide range of life stages and financial roles. They include solo earners, contributors, married breadwinners, and those navigating major life transitions. Among affluent households, married women breadwinners now account for nearly 25% of U.S. households with $250K+ in investable assets. As women’s financial roles diversify, so does their market impact. They are shaping portfolio strategies, risk tolerance, and long-term investment priorities. Rising income trends are accelerating this shift. Rising Earnings, Rising Investment Power Progress on pay equity is strengthening women’s financial foundation. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, women earned approximately 84 cents for every dollar earned by men in 2022. In 1960, that figure was about 61 cents. YearFemale-to-male earnings ratio 20220.84 20210.84 20200.83 20190.82 20180.82 20170.82 20170.81 20160.81 20150.80 20140.79 20130.78 20130.78 20120.77 20110.77 20100.77 20090.77 20080.77 20070.78 20060.77 20050.77 20040.77 20030.76 20020.77 20010.76 20000.74 19990.72 19980.73 19970.74 19960.74 19950.71 19940.72 19930.72 19920.71 19910.70 19900.72 19890.69 19880.66 19870.65 19860.64 19850.65 19840.64 19830.64 19820.62 19810.59 19800.60 19790.60 19780.59 19770.59 19760.60 19750.59 19740.59 19730.57 19720.58 19710.60 19700.59 19690.61 19680.58 19670.58 19660.58 19650.60 19640.59 19630.59 19620.59 19610.59 19600.61 While gaps remain, the long-term trajectory is clear. Higher lifetime earnings mean greater savings potential and larger retirement balances. They also translate into increased investable assets. As their financial footprint expands, so do their expectations around financial advice. Redefining Financial Advice: Guidance and Partnership Women across investor segments are seeking more hands-on support. Demand for more frequent advisor meetings (once a month or more) is increasing. Desire for monthly meetings or more (%) Female Investor Group20192023 Suddenly Single327 Married Breadwinner636 Married Contributor023 Single Breadwinner317 At the same time, confidence levels have shifted. The share of women who reported feeling confident in their market knowledge declined from 56.5% in 2019 to 16.3% in 2023. This decline has fueled demand for investing education and personalized guidance. Performance alone isn’t enough. Research shows rising dissatisfaction among women investors. Many cite communication gaps and lack of personal connection as top reasons for switching advisors. Reasons for Switching Financial Advisors in the Past 2 Years Reason20192023 Poor Customer Service2739 Lack of Personal Connection2932 For many women, strong investment outcomes must be paired with trust and transparency. A genuine advisory relationship matters just as much as returns. Adapting to a New Norm Women’s growing wealth and influence are reshaping global markets. Those who recognize and respond to this shift will be better positioned for long-term opportunity. Explore more insights from New York Life Investments You may also like Wealth2 months ago Charted: Asset Class Returns Across Eras (1990–2025) Private markets show the highest long-term returns, while gold has been the best-performing asset since 2020. Stocks1 year ago The S&P 500 Makes Up 51% of Global Stock Market Value See a unique visual breakdown of the global equity market in this infographic. 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See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Where China Gets Its Oil 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 Over half of China’s imports of crude oil came from the Middle East in 2024. The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz thus poses a risk to China’s energy security. Sanctioned countries — Russia, Iran, and Venezuela — accounted for 33% of China’s crude import mix that year. China is the world’s largest crude oil importer, bringing in roughly 11 million barrels per day to fuel its economy. But that dependence creates a vulnerability: a large share of its supply comes from the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical trade route between Oman and Iran, has been disrupted as shipping companies reroute or stockpile cargo following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran on Feb. 28, 2026. The world’s largest oil tankers pass through the strait due to its depth and width, carrying 20.7 million barrels of oil every day in 2024. A large portion of that was headed for Asia, and China specifically. The map, which is based on data from the U.S. EIA, shows where China imported its crude and condensate from in 2024. China’s Oil Imports by Country Dive into the data, which tracks import-source dependence rather than total Chinese primary energy dependence, below: CountryShare of China's Crude Oil and Condensate Imports in 2024 Russia20% Saudi Arabia14% Iran11% Iraq10% Oman7% United Arab Emirates6% Brazil6% Angola5% United States2% Venezuela2% Other17% Russia was China’s largest supplier in 2024, accounting for about 20% of crude and condensate imports. Saudi Arabia followed at 14%, while Iran supplied 11%. Other Middle Eastern producers—including Iraq, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates—also contribute significant shares. Taken together, the Middle East made up 54% of crude and condensate imports, highlighting a concentration that leaves China exposed to sudden changes in energy flows through the region. Brazil and Angola are key diversifiers, representing 6% and 5% of China’s imports. China’s Supply Chain is Linked to Sanctions Energy security was already on the Chinese agenda, leading it to bolster domestic production of renewables and even coal. Russia, Iran, and Venezuela accounted for 33% of China’s crude import mix in 2024, highlighting how countries facing global sanctions have banded together. Russia has strengthened its relationship with Asia since Europe began weaning itself off Russian gas in support of Ukraine. It moves a lot of its energy by pipe, meaning it avoids maritime corridors that can quickly become chokepoints and thus offer China an import source that is less exposed to geopolitical vulnerabilities. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about China’s trading partners, check out this graphic which charts the country’s top relationships.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s Most Valuable Brands 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 Apple remains the world’s most valuable brand in 2026 at $608B, followed by Microsoft ($565B) and Google ($433B). Nvidia jumps four spots to become the #5 global brand, fueled by the AI boom. Technology brands dominate the global rankings in 2026, with companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Google collectively representing more than $1.6 trillion in brand value. The visualization above compares the 50 most valuable brands in the world, with bubble sizes scaled by brand value. The data comes from Brand Finance, which evaluates brands based on marketing investment, brand strength, and overall financial performance. From consumer platforms and e-commerce giants to AI chip leaders like Nvidia, digital ecosystems now dominate the world’s most valuable brands. Big Tech Tops the List Technology and digital platforms dominate the upper ranks. Apple has ranked as the world’s most valuable brand since 2024, with its brand value reaching $608 billion in 2026. That means that Apple’s brand alone is worth more than the entire market capitalization of almost every non-tech company in the world, and the GDPs of most countries. RankBrandSectorBrand Value 1 AppleElectronics608B 2 MicrosoftInternet & Software565B 3 GoogleMedia433B 4 AmazonE-Commerce370B 5 NVIDIASemiconductors184B 6 TikTokMedia154B 7 WalmartRetail141B 8 SamsungDiversified119B 9 FacebookMedia107B 10 State Grid Corporation of ChinaUtilities102B 11 TTelecoms96B 12 ICBCBanking91B 13 InstagramMedia81B 14 China Construction BankBanking77B 15 Home DepotRetail73B 16 VerizonTelecoms73B 17 Bank of ChinaBanking71B 18 OracleInternet & Software68B 19 Agricultural Bank of ChinaBanking63B 20 ToyotaAutomobiles63B 21 Allianz GroupInsurance61B 22 MoutaiSpirits60B 23 American ExpressCommercial Services57B 24 UnitedHealthcareHealthcare Services55B 25 AT&TTelecoms54B 26 CostcoRetail53B 27 TencentMedia52B 28 ShellOil & Gas52B 29 DisneyMedia51B 30 UberMobility50B 31 China MobileTelecoms49B 32 Ping AnInsurance49B 33 WeChatMedia48B 34 Bank of AmericaBanking48B 35 AramcoOil & Gas47B 36 Mercedes-BenzAutomobiles47B 37 Coca-ColaSoft Drinks46B 38 Hyundai GroupDiversified46B 39 ChaseBanking45B 40 VISACommercial Services44B 41 BMWAutomobiles44B 42 DeloitteCommercial Services43B 43 McDonald'sRestaurants43B 44 AccentureIT Services42B 45 NTT GroupTelecoms42B 46 Wells FargoBanking40B 47 TSMCSemiconductors39B 48 Lowe'sRetail39B 49 YouTubeMedia38B 50 SAPInternet & Software38B Microsoft ($565 billion), Google ($433 billion), Amazon ($370 billion), and Nvidia ($184 billion) round out the top five, underscoring the continued strength of e-commerce and semiconductors. Nvidia’s four-place jump since 2025 is particularly notable. As demand for AI chips and data center infrastructure accelerates, the company’s brand has strengthened alongside its financial performance. Further down the list, companies like Oracle, SAP, TSMC, and Samsung show how critical enterprise software and chipmaking have become to the global economy. China’s Strong Presence Chinese brands continue to feature prominently in the top 50. TikTok ranks sixth globally at $154 billion, making it the highest-ranked Chinese brand in 2026. Major state-backed banks—including ICBC, China Construction Bank, Bank of China, and Agricultural Bank of China—also rank among the world’s most valuable brands. Media and tech platforms such as Tencent and WeChat further reinforce China’s growing digital influence. Finance, Retail, and Energy Hold Their Ground Beyond tech, traditional sectors remain highly competitive. Walmart ($141 billion), Home Depot, Costco, and Lowe’s show the enduring power of large-scale retail. Banking and financial services brands—including Bank of America, Chase, American Express, and Visa—collectively represent hundreds of billions in brand value. Insurance giants like Allianz and Ping An also rank highly. The list also includes energy majors such as Shell and Aramco. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Ranked: The World’s Top Startup Hubs on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: The World’s Oil Chokepoints 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 Strait of Malacca, between Malaysia and Indonesia, is the world’s busiest oil chokepoint, carrying about 29.1% of global maritime oil trade. About one-fifth of global oil consumption flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Roughly 84% of crude oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz is destined for Asian markets. Oil markets rely on a handful of narrow maritime passages to keep supply flowing. These oil supply chokepoints are critical arteries of the global energy system, moving tens of millions of barrels per day. This visualization maps the world’s most important oil transit chokepoints and their share of global maritime oil trade. The data for this visualization comes from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). It highlights the volume of crude and petroleum liquids that passed through key maritime chokepoints in the first half of 2025, measured in million barrels per day (mb/d), and their share of total world maritime oil trade. In total, about 73 million barrels per day of oil moved through major maritime chokepoints, representing the majority of globally traded seaborne oil. The Strait of Malacca: The Busiest Oil Corridor The Strait of Malacca, between Malaysia and Indonesia, is the world’s busiest oil chokepoint. Roughly 23.2 million barrels per day flowed through this narrow channel in the first half of 2025, accounting for about 29.1% of global maritime oil trade. Location2025 H1 volume (mb/d)% of World Maritime Oil Trade Strait of Malacca23.229.1% Strait of Hormuz20.926.2% Cape of Good Hope9.111.4% Danish Straits4.96.1% Suez Canal & SUMED Pipeline4.96.1% Bab el-Mandeb4.25.3% Turkish Straits (Dardanelles)3.74.6% Panama Canal2.32.9% The Strait of Malacca connects the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea, making it a crucial route for oil shipments to China, Japan, and South Korea. Its narrow width and heavy traffic make it vulnerable to congestion and geopolitical tension. The Strait of Hormuz: A Critical Energy Artery The Strait of Hormuz, located between Oman and Iran, handled about 20.9 million barrels per day in the first half of 2025—roughly one-fifth of global oil consumption. It connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea and is deep and wide enough to accommodate the world’s largest crude oil tankers. Approximately 84% of crude oil moved through Hormuz is destined for Asian markets, including China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Because so much Gulf production depends on this route, any disruption can send shockwaves through global oil prices. Other Key Chokepoints Across the Globe Beyond Malacca and Hormuz, several other passages play important roles in global oil flows. The Suez Canal and SUMED Pipeline transported about 4.9 million barrels per day, linking the Red Sea to the Mediterranean. Nearby, the Bab el-Mandeb carried roughly 4.2 million barrels per day, connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. In Europe, the Danish Straits and Turkish Straits serve as key gateways for Russian and Caspian oil exports, moving about 4.9 million and 3.7 million barrels per day, respectively. Meanwhile, the Panama Canal handled roughly 2.3 million barrels per day, while longer alternative routes such as the Cape of Good Hope carried about 9.1 million barrels per day as tankers traveled between the Atlantic and Indian oceans. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out All of the World’s Oil Reserves by Country, in One Visualization on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Average Lifetime Credit Card Debt 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 Americans accumulate about $398,000 in credit card debt over their adult lifetimes, on average. Alaska, New Jersey, and Connecticut have the highest lifetime totals, exceeding $450K. Iowa, Wisconsin, and Kentucky have the lowest lifetime credit card debt levels in the U.S. The average American accumulates nearly $400,000 in credit card debt over their lifetime. But the total varies significantly depending on where people live. In some states, the typical lifetime total exceeds $450,000, while in others it sits closer to $320,000. This map, based on data from JG Wentworth, shows which states accumulate the most and least credit card debt over a lifetime. Which States Accumulate the Most Credit Card Debt? Check out the data, which excludes any interest charges, below: RankStateAverage Lifetime Credit Card Debt 1Alaska$484,620 2New Jersey$456,300 3Connecticut$454,080 4Hawaii$453,600 5Maryland$449,520 6Texas$448,020 7Florida$443,520 8Nevada$438,480 9Colorado$436,020 10Georgia$434,280 11Virginia$432,000 12California$424,800 13New York$420,600 14Washington$418,500 15Massachusetts$411,180 16Delaware$410,460 17Arizona$408,000 18Illinois$403,560 19New Hampshire$401,520 20Rhode Island$401,160 21Utah$391,920 22South Carolina$389,880 23North Carolina$386,040 24Wyoming$384,360 25Louisiana$381,540 26Oklahoma$377,460 27Pennsylvania$374,700 28Tennessee$374,580 29Oregon$371,940 30Idaho$367,860 31Montana$367,320 32Kansas$364,920 33Alabama$364,440 34Minnesota$364,080 35Missouri$362,520 36New Mexico$361,380 37North Dakota$359,460 38Nebraska$356,700 39Michigan$355,920 40Vermont$355,680 41Ohio$352,260 42Arkansas$349,560 43Maine$349,560 44South Dakota$343,020 45Indiana$337,260 46Mississippi$333,180 47West Virginia$325,620 48Kentucky$323,940 49Wisconsin$322,200 50Iowa$319,740 Alaska has the highest lifetime credit card debt at $484,620, 21.8% above the national average. The Arctic state typically ranks high in cost of living; its remoteness adds complexity to shipping in food and fuel, which elevates prices. New Jerseyans and Connecticuters rack up $456,300 and $454,080 of credit card debt in their lifetimes, respectively, reflecting higher costs for rent, food, and utilities. Interestingly, New Jersey and Connecticut have good salaries compared with other states, suggesting higher income enables greater access to credit. Average lifetime credit card debt exceeds $400,000 in 20 states. Midwestern states Iowa and Wisconsin have the lowest levels of average credit card debt at $319,740 and $322,200, respectively. Kentucky, where public school students must complete a financial literacy course before graduating, trails closely at $323,940. Consumer Debt Has Risen in Recent Years Consumer spending plays a crucial role in the U.S. economy; it accounted for nearly 70% of GDP in the third quarter of 2025. Meanwhile, over half (56%) of all credit card users have some kind of revolving credit card debt, which is where payments are deferred for periodic instalments, highlighting debt’s parallel role. While consumer debt has risen alongside inflation, mortgages, vehicles, and student loans, household debt in the U.S. is much lower than in countries such as Switzerland, Australia, and its neighbor Canada. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about global debt, check out this graphic which breaks down countries with the highest household debt.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Entire Global Economy in 2026 in One Chart (GDP, 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 Purchasing power parity (PPP) adjusts a country’s economic output to account for differences in cost of living. The global economy sits at over $219 trillion by this metric, of which nearly half is found in Asia. At over $43.5 trillion, China has the world’s largest economy by GDP (PPP). The global economy is worth roughly $219 trillion in 2026 when measured by purchasing power parity (PPP), which adjusts economic output for differences in cost of living. This visualization shows the size of every country’s economy using PPP-adjusted GDP, making it easier to compare how national economies stack up around the world. These projections for 2026 come from the International Monetary Fund. How PPP Changes the Global Economic Rankings When comparing economies using PPP, the global ranking looks very different from nominal GDP. While the United States is the world’s largest economy by nominal GDP, when adjusting for PPP China has actually been the world’s dominant economy since 2014. Today the Chinese economy is valued at $43.5 trillion, well ahead of the $31.8 trillion seen in the United States. RankCountryGDP (PPP, billions of international dollars) 1 China43,491.5 2 United States31,821.3 3 India19,143.4 4 Russia7,340.8 5 Japan6,923.3 6 Germany6,323.5 7 Indonesia5,358.3 8 Brazil5,161.1 9 France4,657.2 10 United Kingdom4,592.1 11 Turkey3,976.1 12 Italy3,815.9 13 Mexico3,552.7 14 South Korea3,486.5 15 Spain2,935.7 16 Saudi Arabia2,845.7 17 Canada2,814.5 18 Egypt2,533.2 19 Nigeria2,392.0 20 Poland2,120.6 21 Taiwan2,068.9 22 Australia2,060.7 23 Vietnam1,942.5 24 Iran1,933.9 25 Thailand1,917.3 26 Bangladesh1,902.9 27 Pakistan1,762.3 28 Philippines1,590.5 29 Argentina1,577.5 30 Malaysia1,564.9 31 Netherlands1,562.8 32 Colombia1,238.4 33 South Africa1,057.0 34 United Arab Emirates1,000.0 35 Singapore988.8 36 Kazakhstan973.4 37 Romania949.3 38 Belgium925.7 39 Algeria915.8 40 Switzerland909.1 41 Ireland836.7 42 Sweden809.5 43 Chile740.4 44 Iraq739.1 45 Ukraine730.8 46 Austria705.0 47 Peru682.8 48 Czech Republic677.7 49 Norway621.1 50 Hong Kong618.1 51 Israel600.5 52 Portugal556.4 53 Ethiopia530.8 54 Denmark529.3 55 Uzbekistan511.0 56 Greece485.1 57 Hungary478.5 58 Morocco457.5 59 Kenya430.3 60 Angola417.2 61 Qatar410.6 62 Finland384.9 63 Dominican Republic353.7 64 Belarus319.5 65 Tanzania317.9 66 Ecuador315.9 67 Ghana314.6 68 New Zealand309.1 69 Guatemala297.1 70 Côte d'Ivoire289.1 71 Myanmar286.4 72 Kuwait285.9 73 Azerbaijan282.2 74 Bulgaria279.2 75 Slovak Republic266.9 76 Oman245.9 77 Venezuela231.4 78 Serbia225.6 79 Dem. Rep. of the Congo225.5 80 Panama211.0 81 Croatia207.4 82 Uganda205.3 83 Nepal194.9 84 Tunisia193.6 85 Cameroon183.3 86 Costa Rica178.0 87 Lithuania173.1 88 Puerto Rico166.3 89 Cambodia160.0 90 Turkmenistan159.0 91 Paraguay145.1 92 Zimbabwe144.9 93 Jordan138.0 94 Sudan135.9 95 Uruguay135.1 96 Libya132.8 97 Slovenia128.1 98 Georgia123.0 99 Bahrain118.1 100 Luxembourg108.6 101 Senegal107.6 102 Zambia105.9 103 Macao97.0 104 Guyana94.2 105 El Salvador92.2 106 Honduras90.9 107 Latvia85.7 108 Guinea84.4 109 Laos83.0 110 Bosnia and Herzegovina82.2 111 Armenia79.5 112 Mongolia78.4 113 Mali78.3 114 Burkina Faso77.6 115 Benin76.5 116 Yemen71.2 117 Estonia69.6 118 Kyrgyzstan68.7 119 Madagascar68.1 120 Tajikistan67.7 121 Nicaragua66.6 122 Niger66.3 123 Albania66.3 124 Mozambique65.4 125 Cyprus64.4 126 Rwanda63.5 127 Chad63.1 128 Gabon59.6 129 North Macedonia56.1 130 Botswana54.8 131 Trinidad and Tobago53.1 132 Papua New Guinea50.7 133 Moldova48.5 134 Malta46.9 135 Brunei Darussalam45.3 136 Republic of Congo44.2 137 Malawi44.2 138 Mauritius43.7 139 Mauritania43.1 140 Namibia39.8 141 Jamaica39.6 142 Haiti37.6 143 Togo35.4 144 Sierra Leone34.8 145 Equatorial Guinea34.3 146 Kosovo34.0 147 Somalia33.9 148 Iceland32.8 149 Montenegro22.6 150 South Sudan18.9 151 The Bahamas18.0 152 Eswatini16.7 153 Fiji15.9 154 Maldives15.8 155 Suriname15.5 156 Bhutan15.4 157 Burundi15.2 158 Liberia12.1 159 The Gambia11.0 160 Djibouti10.7 161 Liechtenstein8.45 162 Central African Republic7.94 163 Lesotho7.59 164 Timor-Leste7.30 165 Guinea-Bissau7.08 166 Barbados7.03 167 Cabo Verde6.77 168 Andorra6.67 169 Belize6.50 170 Aruba5.61 171 Saint Lucia5.52 172 Seychelles4.49 173 Comoros3.87 174 Antigua and Barbuda3.43 175 San Marino2.94 176 Grenada2.62 177 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines2.47 178 Solomon Islands2.27 179 Samoa1.84 180 Saint Kitts and Nevis1.83 181 São Tomé and Príncipe1.65 182 Dominica1.53 183 Vanuatu1.12 184 Tonga0.84 185 Kiribati0.50 186 Micronesia, Fed. States of0.47 187 Palau0.35 188 Marshall Islands0.30 189 Nauru0.15 190 Tuvalu0.06 China is far from alone in representing Asia among the world’s largest economies, however. Asian countries today contribute 49% of the global economy, solidifying the continent’s place as the new center of international trade and production. India is the third-largest PPP-adjusted economy worldwide, at $19.1 trillion, while Japan ($6.9 trillion), Indonesia ($5.4 trillion), and South Korea ($3.5 trillion) all see multi-trillion-dollar boosts compared to their nominal GDP owing to cheaper costs of living. At 4.7 billion people, Asia is the most populous continent worldwide, and many of its smaller developing economies, such as Vietnam and Thailand (both $1.9 trillion), are expected to continue to grow rapidly in the coming years, indicating the continent’s continued dominance going forward. The European Gap If there’s one region where the difference between nominal and PPP-adjusted GDP is felt, it’s Europe. By nominal standards, Germany is the largest economy on this continent, followed by the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Russia. However, when adjusting for relative purchasing power Russia sees a massive boost, as a cheaper overall country, and soars to become Europe’s top economy at $7.3 trillion. By this metric, in fact, Russia is fourth worldwide behind only China, the U.S., and India. France also surpasses the United Kingdom in this regard, but by and large the Eurozone economies fall behind Asian peers like Indonesia or Japan, which are able to acquire or produce goods at a more competitive rate. The Boon of Emerging Markets Outside of Eurasia, the story for emerging markets is much of the same. Brazil ($5.2 trillion) and Mexico ($3.6 trillion) each leapfrog Canada ($2.8 trillion) to become the second- and third-largest economies of the Americas, respectively. Meanwhile, in Africa, home to a mere six percent of global GDP share, the three emerging-market economies of Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa are responsible for roughly $6 trillion in total PPP-adjusted economic output. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Global Cost of Living Index 2026 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Global Energy Flows at Risk in the Strait of Hormuz 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 About 20% of global oil consumption and 20% of LNG trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz. Nearly 90% of crude and condensate exports through the strait are shipped to Asian markets. Roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil consumption and LNG trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, making it one of the most critical energy corridors on the planet. The narrow waterway between Iran and Oman connects the Persian Gulf to global markets, serving as a vital route for oil and gas exports from major producers including Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, and Qatar. Tensions involving Iran have periodically raised concerns about disruptions to traffic through the strait, which could affect global energy markets. This visualization highlights what moves through the Strait of Hormuz each day—from oil tankers and LNG carriers to the share of global energy consumption dependent on the route. Data comes from Lloyd’s List and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). How Much Oil Moves Through the Strait of Hormuz? The table below summarizes the key energy flows that depend on the Strait of Hormuz. MetricValue Cargo vessels passing daily~100 Global oil consumption via Hormuz20% Global seaborne oil trade via Hormuz27% Global LNG trade via Hormuz20% Crude & condensate sent to Asia89% LNG sent to Asia83% U.S. crude imports via Hormuz7% U.S. petroleum consumption via Hormuz2% Roughly 100 cargo-carrying vessels pass through the strait on an average day in 2026. Around 60–70% of these vessels are oil tankers and gas carriers, reflecting the region’s dominant role in global energy exports. In fact, about 20% of global oil consumption moves through the Strait of Hormuz. In terms of maritime trade, the passage accounts for roughly 27% of all seaborne oil shipments worldwide. LNG Trade Also Relies on the Strait The Strait of Hormuz is not only critical for oil. Around 20% of global liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade also travels through this corridor. Major LNG exporters such as Qatar rely heavily on the strait to ship natural gas to global markets. As demand for LNG rises—especially in Asia and Europe—this shipping route becomes even more important for energy security. Asia Is the Most Exposed Region Asia is the region most dependent on energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The region’s heavy reliance reflects its large energy demand and limited domestic oil and gas resources. About 89% of crude oil and condensate passing through the strait is shipped to Asian markets. Similarly, roughly 83% of LNG exports traveling through the corridor are destined for Asia. Major importers include China, India, Japan, and South Korea. By contrast, the United States is far less reliant on the route. Only about 7% of U.S. crude imports come through the strait, and roughly 2% of U.S. petroleum liquids consumption depends on these flows. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out America’s Hottest Oil State? New Mexico on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. How Popular Chinese EVs Are in Different Countries 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 Chinese-made BEVs account for nearly 90% of Mexico’s EV sales and over 60% in Indonesia. They represent 26% of UK sales but remain below 1% in the U.S. While China dominates domestic EV production, its brands are increasingly visible in showrooms across Europe, Asia, and Latin America, but have minimal presence in the United States. This visualization shows the share of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) sold in selected countries that were made in China from 2018 to 2025. The data for this graphic comes from Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. The figures include battery electric vehicles only, excluding hybrids. Mexico and Indonesia: Breakout Markets Mexico has quickly become one of the strongest overseas markets for Chinese EVs. In 2025, 89.9% of all BEVs sold in Mexico were made in China, up sharply from 28.3% in 2023. In volume terms, Chinese-made EV sales surged from 3,145 units in 2023 to 53,742 in 2025. % of BEVs Made in China20182019202020212022202320242025 China98.0%95.2%99.3%100.0%100.0%99.9%100.0%100.0% India0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%1.2%2.3%2.7%2.9% Japan0.0%0.0%0.0%23.3%11.3%8.7%12.5%25.5% Australia0.0%0.0%0.0%67.7%77.3%82.5%76.5%79.5% Austria0.0%0.4%2.1%13.4%20.6%21.8%30.2%22.4% Belgium0.0%0.1%4.6%18.7%23.1%19.7%23.5%16.2% Canada0.0%0.0%0.1%1.6%1.9%20.4%19.9%0.8% Denmark0.0%0.0%5.4%14.0%20.4%26.5%23.7%14.8% Finland0.0%0.0%1.0%7.5%16.1%13.9%24.2%16.1% France0.0%0.0%2.6%14.5%26.1%31.4%16.3%13.0% Germany0.0%0.0%1.2%10.7%19.5%18.0%18.8%15.9% Indonesia0.0%0.0%0.0%0.3%0.1%3.2%39.8%61.6% Ireland0.0%0.0%0.8%8.6%11.8%20.9%29.4%21.0% Israel77.3%64.0%54.6%70.8%72.3%68.2%76.9%84.8% Italy0.0%0.0%0.8%14.1%17.0%28.5%36.7%37.0% Mexico0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%4.8%28.3%82.4%89.9% Netherlands0.0%1.6%9.0%14.7%13.5%17.9%27.6%17.4% New Zealand0.0%0.1%8.1%62.4%69.9%63.9%46.6%70.5% Norway0.0%0.0%10.2%23.0%23.7%19.2%26.3%19.1% Portugal0.0%0.0%0.3%10.2%18.3%25.3%38.7%30.8% South Korea0.0%0.0%0.0%0.1%7.0%13.5%23.4%30.9% Spain0.0%0.0%0.5%14.0%20.7%29.6%42.0%35.9% Sweden0.0%0.0%6.4%21.7%22.3%21.8%27.1%17.2% Switzerland0.0%0.0%3.1%20.3%21.6%12.2%20.1%15.7% UK0.0%1.7%6.4%12.2%27.3%25.0%24.0%26.0% USA0.0%0.0%0.1%0.5%1.4%0.8%0.3%0.5% Indonesia shows a similar trajectory. Chinese BEVs accounted for just 3.2% of sales in 2023, but that figure jumped to 61.6% by 2025. Sales volumes climbed from 543 vehicles to 64,252 over the same period, underscoring how quickly Chinese brands have scaled in emerging markets. Strong Footholds in Europe and Asia-Pacific In the UK, Chinese-made BEVs represented 26.0% of total EV sales in 2025, totaling 129,069 vehicles. Several European markets—including Spain (35.9%), Portugal (30.8%), and Italy (37.0%)—also show meaningful penetration. Australia stands out even more, with Chinese brands accounting for 79.5% of BEV sales in 2025. New Zealand (70.5%) and Israel (84.8%) also report high shares. The U.S. Remains an Outlier Despite China’s dominance in global EV manufacturing, the U.S. market remains largely closed to Chinese-made BEVs. In 2025, they accounted for just 0.5% of American EV sales, or 6,070 vehicles. RankCountry2025 Sales 1 China7,968,936 2 UK129,069 3 Germany87,650 4 Australia82,147 5 South Korea66,783 6 Indonesia64,252 7 Mexico53,742 8 Israel48,250 9 France46,493 10 Spain40,009 11 Norway35,562 12 Italy35,348 13 Netherlands30,958 14 Belgium23,740 15 Japan20,553 16 Denmark19,707 17 Sweden18,242 18 Portugal17,180 19 Austria14,496 20 Switzerland8,923 21 USA6,070 22 Ireland5,351 23 India5,332 24 New Zealand5,226 25 Finland4,589 26 Canada792 Trade policy, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions have limited Chinese automakers’ access to the U.S. market. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Battery Manufacturing Investment by Country on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Ranked: The Countries With the Most Supercomputers 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. has 171 supercomputers, four times more than the next country, Japan, which has 43. China is tied for third alongside Germany, both with 40 supercomputers. Supercomputers are used for everything from weather forecasting and high-powered simulations to artificial intelligence and defense. The number of supercomputers a country has gives an indication of their technological and economic positioning, and how they prioritize frontier research. This graphic ranks the countries with the most supercomputers, and the data comes from TOP500’s November 2025 list. Which Countries Have the Most Supercomputers? The U.S., the birthplace of supercomputers, dominates the list at 171. The figure is four times higher the number of supercomputers Japan has, which comes in second place at 43. The data table below shows the number of supercomputers per country as of November 2025: CountrySupercomputers United States171 Japan43 Germany40 China40 France23 Canada19 Italy18 South Korea15 Taiwan10 Brazil10 Norway9 United Kingdom9 Sweden8 Poland8 Netherlands7 Saudi Arabia7 India6 Singapore5 United Arab Emirates5 Russia5 Australia4 Finland3 Switzerland3 Israel3 Czechia3 Spain3 Slovenia2 Ireland2 Austria2 Kazakhstan2 Thailand2 Turkey2 Iceland1 Luxembourg1 Slovakia1 Denmark1 Bulgaria1 Hungary1 Portugal1 Belgium1 Morocco1 Argentina1 Vietnam1 China and Germany trail closely, tied in third and fourth place at 40 supercomputers. The ranking is significantly top-heavy, as the top three countries have more supercomputers than all the other 43 countries combined. In total, 26 countries have five or fewer supercomputers each, while 11 have just one supercomputer. It is not necessarily smaller countries that have fewer supercomputers. Singapore, for example, has the same number as Russia and India at five. The Singaporean government recently launched a supercomputing hub as it looks to become Southeast Asia’s AI leader. Increasing AI-Driven Supercomputer Demand Demand for supercomputers is increasing alongside AI, which requires massive computational power to be trained and run, which far surpass what regular computers are capable of. There are different types of supercomputers but generally they can crunch vast and complex datasets at speed, far surpassing humanity’s capabilities. By outputting useful information, supercomputers are used to make decisions across health, climate, and material science, which is why they are tipped to hold the key to some of society’s greatest challenges. Nordic countries actually share access to their supercomputers in efforts to “enable excellence” and contribute towards the UN’s sustainable Development Goals. The Finland-based LUMI supercomputer, the ninth most powerful in the world, was set up specifically with this in mind; it is hosted by a consortium of 10 countries, including the Nordics and their neighbor Estonia, to share resources and increase researcher access to some of the world’s most powerful computers. The EU-funded RAISE center was set to develop novel AI technologies that can run effectively on supercomputers, while the U.S. is ramping up partnerships with AI companies to stack its national labs with powerful compute clusters. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about supercomputers, check out this graphic on Voronoi which breaks down the largest computing clusters.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. The Countries Adding the Most to Global GDP (2026–2030) 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 (+$5.7T), the U.S. (+$5.0T), and India (+$2.1T) account for nearly half (49.7%) of total expected GDP added through 2030. Suriname is forecasted to be the world’s fastest growing economy over the next 5 years, with 137% GDP growth, according to the IMF. Over the next five years, nearly half of all projected global GDP growth is expected to come from just three countries: China, the United States, and India. While nearly every economy is projected to expand through 2030, the bulk of new output will be concentrated among a small group of heavyweight nations. This ranking looks at which nations are expected to add the most to global GDP between 2026 and 2030, based on IMF World Economic Outlook (WEO) projections. Importantly, these figures reflect nominal GDP increases in U.S. dollars and are not in real terms (i.e. adjusted for inflation). China and the U.S. Lead in Absolute Growth China ranks first in total GDP added, projected to expand by $5.7 trillion between 2026 and 2030. The United States follows closely behind at $5.0 trillion. Despite slower percentage growth compared to emerging markets, their sheer size means even modest expansion translates into massive dollar gains. RankCountryGDP Added (2026-2030, $Billions), Projected 1 China$5,686.2 2 United States$4,993.0 3 India$2,122.4 4 United Kingdom$974.1 5 Germany$685.6 6 Japan$656.3 7 Indonesia$528.9 8 Brazil$521.8 9 Canada$489.6 10 France$450.6 11 Mexico$411.3 12 Australia$387.0 13 Türkiye$385.7 14 Spain$338.2 15 South Korea$334.5 16 Russia$320.4 17 Italy$283.5 18 Saudi Arabia$280.2 19 Poland$276.4 20 Philippines$212.6 21 Taiwan$198.4 22 Bangladesh$197.5 23 Netherlands$194.5 24 Egypt$190.3 25 Switzerland$184.5 26 Argentina$174.7 27 UAE$163.7 28 Vietnam$155.7 29 Malaysia$141.1 30 Iran$135.7 31 Israel$132.7 32 Ireland$130.7 33 Sweden$120.6 34 Singapore$115.1 35 Kazakhstan$109.7 36 Nigeria$109.3 37 Thailand$92.6 38 Ethiopia$92.2 39 Colombia$90.5 40 Hong Kong SAR$90.3 41 Belgium$88.1 42 Denmark$85.8 43 Uzbekistan$81.6 44 Austria$81.1 45 Norway$74.1 46 Iraq$72.0 47 Romania$69.5 48 Czech Republic$68.5 49 South Africa$68.4 50 Chile$67.8 Meanwhile, India stands out as the only country to appear in both top-10 lists—ranking third in total GDP added (+$2.1 trillion) while also placing in the top 10 for percentage growth. The Top 10 Drive Two-Thirds of Global Expansion Beyond China, the U.S., and India, other major contributors include the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Indonesia, Brazil, and Canada. Collectively, the top 10 countries account for 66.5% of all projected GDP added globally through 2030. Fastest Growth Comes From Smaller Economies While the largest economies dominate in absolute dollar gains, the fastest percentage growth is projected to come from much smaller markets. Suriname, Malawi, and Ethiopia are expected to be the fastest-growing economies in percentage terms through 2030. RankCountryGDP Growth (2026-2030), Forecast 1 Suriname137% 2 Malawi75.4% 3 Ethiopia73.3% 4 Guinea54.5% 5 Uzbekistan51.2% 6 Yemen49.5% 7 Zambia48.6% 8 Egypt47.6% 9 Uganda47.2% 10 India47.1% 11 Madagascar46.9% 12 Guyana46.5% 13 Tanzania45.3% 14 Bhutan44.9% 15 Turkmenistan43.8% 16 São Tomé & Príncipe43.8% 17 Mozambique43.4% 18 Nepal42.8% 19 Moldova42.7% 20 Sudan40.8% Suriname is projected to add $6.7 billion to its economy, expanding from a $4.9 billion base in 2026—an increase of roughly 137%. Malawi is expected to grow by $13.5 billion on a $17.9 billion base, marking a gain of about 75%. Ethiopia will add $92.2 billion to its $125.7 billion economy, a rise of approximately 73%. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Wealth Needed to Be in The Richest 1% (by Country) on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization One Buyer Dominates Iran’s Oil Exports 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 Recent estimates suggest that 91% of Iran’s oil exports head to China. As other countries cut ties with the Middle Eastern state amid sanctions, China doubled down on the relationship. Syria, The United Arab Emirates, and Venezuela are also notable buyers of Iranian oil. Iran has long faced international sanctions over its nuclear program. Under President Trump, the U.S. intensified pressure by imposing a broad trading ban and targeting foreign financial institutions that did business with Iran, aiming to curb its nuclear ambitions. The expanded sanctions left only a small group of countries willing to trade with Iran, the fourth-largest oil producer in OPEC and a major fossil fuel exporter. This graphic charts the largest purchasers of Iranian oil, based on 2024 customs data from Iran, via TradeImeX. Iran’s Oil Exports by Country Dive into the data below: RankCountryExport Value ($B)Share of Total (%)Estimated Volume (Thousand bpd) 1 China32.590.81460 2 Syria1.183.353 3 United Arab Emirates0.72232 4 Venezuela0.431.219 5 Iraq0.320.914 6 Turkey0.220.610 7 Malaysia0.140.46 8 Oman0.110.35 9 Lebanon0.070.23 10 Sri Lanka0.070.23 Iran earned $35.76 billion from oil exports in 2024, though much of that trade reflects geopolitical alignment as much as market demand. China took the lion’s share, accounting for over 90% of exports, or $32.5 billion. As other countries reduced imports under international sanctions, China continued buying Iranian crude at scale, cementing its role as Tehran’s primary energy partner. Syria was the only other country to surpass $1 billion in purchases, importing roughly $1.2 billion worth of oil in 2024, or 3.3% of total exports. The United Arab Emirates and Venezuela followed at 2% and 1.2%, respectively. In Venezuela’s case, energy trade has included an agreement to swap Venezuelan oil for Iranian condensate amid both countries facing U.S. sanctions. Iran Sells Its Oil Cheap The list of countries that Iran sells to has shrunk in recent years as sanctions reshaped trade flows. In 2010, Iranian oil landed in the ports of more than 20 countries, including China, Japan, India, South Korea, and several European nations. Sanctions did not halt exports entirely, but they redirected them toward a far smaller group of buyers. Today, Iran relies on a shadow fleet of re-flagged tankers and ship-to-ship transfers to obscure cargo origins and bypass restrictions. Price is another incentive: Iranian crude typically trades at a $3–9 per barrel discount to Brent. Its oil is relatively cheap to extract — costing as little as $10 per barrel — compared with Brent prices around $60. That discount is estimated to cost Tehran several billion dollars per year in forgone revenue, effectively the price of maintaining a limited customer base. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about Iran’s exports, check out this creator graphic which charts the country’s top export destinations.

Published 3 hours ago on March 3, 2026 By Ryan Bellefontaine Graphics & Design Abha Patil Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Palo Alto The Increasing Speed of Cyberattacks Key Takeaways The speed of cyberattacks is rising as first-quartile time to exfiltration dropped from 276 minutes (2024) to 72 minutes (2025). With about one in five incidents reaching exfiltration in under an hour, response must begin immediately. Teams need rapid containment playbooks and longer-horizon hunting to cover both “minutes” and “days” long intrusions. Cyber intrusions rarely follow a single path once attackers get a foothold. Instead, they pivot across systems to widen impact and deepen damage. This graphic, in partnership with Unit 42 by Palo Alto Networks, shows how the fastest incidents are accelerating, based on data from Unit 42’s Global Incident Response Report. What “Time to Exfiltration” Captures Here is a table that shows first-quartile time to exfiltration in 2024 vs. 2025. YearFirst-Quartile Time to Exfiltration (Minutes) 2024276 202572 Unit 42 tracks “time to exfiltration,” which spans initial compromise to confirmed data theft. Because attackers move quickly, that clock often decides whether defenders can interrupt the mission. A Fourfold Drop at the Fastest End Across Unit 42’s dataset, the median time to exfiltration measured about two days. However, the fastest cases compress that timeline dramatically, which raises the cost of any delay.In the first quartile, time to exfiltration fell from 276 minutes in 2024 to 72 minutes in 2025. As a result, teams lose hours of investigation time in the intrusions that move fastest. Unit 42 also reports that roughly one in five cases can reach exfiltration in under an hour. Consequently, detection, triage, and containment must begin immediately, not after escalation. Preparing for Minutes, Not Days Meanwhile, some intrusions still unfold over days, with deeper reconnaissance and persistence. Therefore, teams need both rapid playbooks and sustained hunting. They can start by tightening identity controls, instrumenting endpoints and browsers, and automating containment steps. Finally, measure the mean time to detect and respond, then rehearse decisions before an incident hits. When the speed of cyberattacks defines outcomes, readiness becomes a core control. See why cyberattacks are getting 4x faster Related Topics: #technology #cyberattacks #phishing #cyber intrusions #social engineering You may also like Privacy1 week ago Visualized: Where Attacks Happen in Cyber Intrusions See where attackers pivot after initial access, and why stopping cyber intrusions takes more than a single layer of defense. Privacy2 weeks ago Visualized: How Cyberattackers Gain Access See how cyberattackers gain access by abusing identity, credentials, sessions, and permissions—and what to fix first. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join 375,000+ email subscribers: *Sign Up

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Charted: Oil Trade Through the Strait of Hormuz by Country 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 receives 37.7% of all oil exports that pass through the Strait of Hormuz, the most of any country. Asian countries are most affected by a closure of the strait, receiving 89.2% of the Strait’s crude oil and condensate flows. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, with both exporters and importers of crude oil heavily reliant on flows through the Strait. This visualization maps which countries export crude oil and condensate through the Strait of Hormuz—and, more importantly, which countries import those flows. The data is from the U.S. Energy Information Administration and is for Q1 2025. Which Countries Export Oil Through the Strait of Hormuz? Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz are heavily concentrated among a few Gulf producers. Saudi Arabia accounts for the largest share of crude and condensate exports transiting the strait, at 37.2% of the total. The data table below breaks down the origin countries and their shares of crude oil and condensate exports through the Strait of Hormuz as of Q1 2025: CountryShare of the Strait of Hormuz's Oil and Condensate Exports Saudi Arabia37.2% Iraq22.8% United Arab Emirates12.9% Iran10.6% Kuwait10.1% Qatar4.4% Other1.9% Iraq follows with 22.8%, while the United Arab Emirates contributes 12.9%. Iran (10.6%) and Kuwait (10.1%) round out the top five exporters. Together, these five countries account for 93.6% of all crude and condensate volumes moving through the strait. This concentration underscores how closely global oil markets are tied to production in the Persian Gulf. With recent military conflict in the Middle East and Iran’s announcement that it would attack any ship passing through the Strait, more than 20% of global oil flows are now at risk. The Countries Reliant on Oil From the Strait of Hormuz On the demand side, Asia is overwhelmingly reliant on oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Asian countries collectively receive 89.2% of the crude oil and condensate that transit the waterway. The data table below shows the destination countries and their shares of crude oil and condensate exports through the Strait of Hormuz as of Q1 2025: CountryShare of Oil and Condensate Imports From the Strait of Hormuz China37.7% India14.7% Other Asia13.9% South Korea12.0% Japan10.9% Europe3.8% United States2.5% Other4.5% China alone accounts for 37.7% of total flows—more than any other country by a wide margin. India is the second-largest destination at 14.7%, followed by South Korea at 12.0% and Japan at 10.9%. Other Asian countries make up 13.9% of crude oil and condensate flows that pass through the Strait. In contrast, the United States receives just 2.5% of these flows, reflecting its increased domestic production and diversified import sources. Any closure or disruption of the Strait of Hormuz would disproportionately impact Asian economies, particularly China and India, which together receive over half of all volumes passing through the strait. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about global crude oil trade flows, check out this graphic visualizing 2024’s biggest crude oil exporters and importers on Voronoi.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. U.S. Military Bases in the Middle East, and Which Ones Iran Hit 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 United States currently has over 40,000 soldiers deployed across 10 countries in the Middle East. A majority of U.S. bases and military assets in and around the Persian Gulf were hit by Iranian retaliatory airstrikes. In response to large-scale airstrikes by the U.S. and Israel on February 28, 2026, Iran launched a series of retaliatory airstrikes on U.S. military assets across the Middle East. The U.S. has had a substantial military presence in the Middle East for decades, including most notably during the two Gulf Wars. Today between 40,000-50,000 American military personnel are stationed across roughly 10 countries in the region. This map shows the locations of unclassified U.S. military bases and assets across the Middle East, using modified 2025 data from the Council on Foreign Relations. Notably, in addition to targeting formal military facilities such as the Al Dhafra base in the United Arab Emirates, the Iranian military also attacked commercial facilities which are used by the U.S. military such as the ports of Duqm and Jebel Ali. The U.S. Military’s Sprawling Gulf Presence The most concentrated U.S. military presence in the Middle East is in and around the Persian Gulf, which is home to the largest single source of petroleum worldwide. The U.S. has military bases in each of the Gulf states except Iran, with Qatar holding the largest single regional base at Al Udeid Air Base. Over 10,000 U.S. military personnel are stationed in that base alone. The data table below highlights unclassified U.S. military assets around the Middle East, and their status in the current conflict as of March 2nd: U.S. Military AssetCountryTargeted by Iran? Ain al-Asad Air Base IraqYes Akrotiri (RAF) Cyprus (UK base with U.S. troops)Yes Al Dhafra Air Base United Arab EmiratesYes Al Udeid Air Base QatarYes Ali Al-Salem Air Base KuwaitYes Camp Arifjan KuwaitNo Camp As Sayliyah QatarNo Camp Buehring KuwaitYes Camp Lemonnier DjiboutiNo Duqm Port OmanYes Erbil Air Base (Al-Harir) IraqYes Incirlik Air Base TürkiyeNo Israel (no base) IsraelYes Izmir Air Station TürkiyeNo Jebel Ali Port UAEYes MFO South Camp (Sinai) EgyptNo Muwaffaq al-Salti Air Base JordanYes NE Syria (various) SyriaNo NSA Bahrain BahrainYes Prince Sultan Air Base Saudi ArabiaYes Thumrait / Masirah OmanNo Tower 22 JordanNo Over 13,500 soldiers are stationed in Kuwait, with this small Gulf country welcoming hefty U.S. military personnel following the Gulf Wars. All but one U.S.-Kuwaiti base has been targeted by Iran. American Military Bases Beyond the Gulf The U.S. also holds Middle Eastern bases beyond the immediate vicinity of Iran, and some of these facilities were also the target of Iranian drones and missiles. The British airbase of Akrotiri in Cyprus, which hosts U.S. troops, faced a sustained drone attack alleged to have been carried out by the Iran-backed Lebanese paramilitary group Hezbollah. This marks the first attack on a European country within this conflict. Nearby Israel was also bombarded, while Jordan’s Muwaffaq al-Salti Air Base intercepted missiles over what appeared to be Iran’s farthest land target. Notably, none of the U.S. military installations in nearby Djibouti, Egypt, or Türkiye appear to have been targeted. The Spiraling Hostilities in the Middle East to Come The U.S. and Israeli strikes which began on February 28th decimated much of Iran’s top leadership, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as well as over 40 others. Iran’s avowed retaliation has already placed U.S. military personnel across the Middle East on high alert. While the U.S. government has indicated its expectation that the conflict could last for weeks, the significant escalation has already had a severe impact on global markets, owing to the Persian Gulf’s central role in the world’s oil and gas industry. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out How Big is Iran? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization America’s Fastest-Growing and Shrinking States (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 The U.S. population grew by 10.3 million people (+3.1%) from April 2020 to July 2025, with the South accounting for the majority of gains. Texas and Florida added the most residents, while New York and California recorded the largest declines. The map shows percentage change by state, while the surrounding chart highlights total population gains and losses. Where are Americans moving since 2020? Between April 2020 and July 2025, the U.S. population grew by more than 10 million people, but growth was heavily concentrated in a handful of states. This map shows the percentage change in each state’s population over the past five years, alongside total gains and losses in residents. The data for this visualization comes from the U.S. Census Bureau. It measures total population change from April 2020 to July 2025. The South Dominates Population Growth The South was the clear growth engine of the country, expanding by 6.0% and adding more than 7.5 million people. Texas led the nation in numeric gains, adding 2.56 million residents. Florida followed closely with 1.92 million new residents, while North Carolina and Georgia also posted strong increases. RankStatePopulation change (2020-2025)Percent change 1Texas2,560,3238.8% 2Florida1,924,3118.9% 3North Carolina756,5767.2% 4Georgia588,8875.5% 5Arizona465,7146.5% 6South Carolina452,0248.8% 7Tennessee402,7575.8% 8Washington293,5013.8% 9Utah267,3038.2% 10New Jersey259,1912.8% 11Virginia248,6882.9% 12Colorado237,2354.1% 13Idaho190,61010.4% 14Indiana186,7282.8% 15Nevada176,5955.7% 16Alabama167,6513.3% 17Oklahoma163,9344.1% 18Minnesota123,6722.2% 19Massachusetts120,9721.7% 20Missouri115,6281.9% 21Arkansas103,2613.4% 22Ohio101,0650.9% 23Kentucky100,5772.2% 24Maryland83,7071.4% 25Connecticut80,7462.2% 26Wisconsin78,4641.3% 27Delaware70,0027.1% 28Montana60,4735.6% 29Pennsylvania56,6790.4% 30Nebraska56,0262.9% 31Maine51,6563.8% 32Michigan48,5220.5% 33South Dakota48,4385.5% 34Iowa47,8051.5% 35Kansas39,2341.3% 36New Hampshire37,7692.7% 37Oregon36,3040.9% 38North Dakota20,2222.6% 39Rhode Island17,1641.6% 40Wyoming11,8812.1% 41New Mexico8,0060.4% 42District of Columbia4,1010.6% 43Alaska3,8870.5% 44Vermont1,5860.2% 45Mississippi-7,104-0.2% 46Hawaii-22,447-1.5% 47West Virginia-27,612-1.5% 48Louisiana-39,705-0.9% 49Illinois-102,600-0.8% 50California-200,394-0.5% 51New York-201,269-1.0% In percentage terms, Idaho (+10.4%), Florida (+8.9%), and Texas (+8.8%) were among the fastest-growing states. Lower taxes, job growth, and domestic migration have all contributed to this sustained southern expansion. Mixed Growth in the West and Midwest Western states posted moderate overall growth of 1.9%. Arizona (+6.5%), Utah (+8.2%), and Nevada (+5.7%) stood out, while California saw a decline of 200,394 residents (-0.5%). The Midwest grew just 1.1% overall. States like Indiana and Minnesota saw modest gains, but growth lagged behind the South. Industrial restructuring and slower job creation continue to weigh on parts of the region. Northeast and Coastal Losses The Northeast recorded the slowest regional growth at just 0.7%. New York experienced the largest population drop in the country, losing 201,269 residents (-1.0%). Illinois (-102,600) and Louisiana (-39,705) also saw significant declines, while West Virginia (-1.5%) and Hawaii (-1.5%) posted the largest percentage losses. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapped: Job Growth in Every U.S. State in 2025 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 54 minutes ago on March 2, 2026 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Terzo Ranked: The World’s Top Startup Hubs     Key Takeaways The U.S. leads by a wide margin with a score of 254.1, more than 3.5 times higher than the UK in second place (70.7).        Israel (62.2), Singapore (54.7), and Canada (45.4) complete the top five list.        Smaller nations like Estonia and Lithuania show that strong digital infrastructure and business environments can help startups compete globally despite limited scale.        Startup ecosystems are emerging around the world, but a small group of countries continues to lead the charge. Created in partnership with Terzo, this graphic shows the countries that rank highest by entrepreneurship ecosystem. It’s part of our Markets in a Minute series, which delivers quick economic insights for executives. A Global Startup Race According to StartupBlink, the United States dominates with a score of 254.1, more than three times higher than second-place United Kingdom (70.7). Israel (62.2), Singapore (54.7), and Canada (45.4) complete the top five, highlighting a mix of scale-driven giants and highly efficient innovation hubs. Global Startup Ecosystem Index RankingCountryScore 1U.S.254.1 2UK70.7 3Israel62.2 4Singapore54.7 5Canada45.4 6Sweden35.3 7Germany33.2 8France32.4 9Switzerland31.7 10Netherlands30.9 11Estonia30.7 12Australia28.8 13China26.9 14Spain23.2 15Finland22.9 16Ireland21.2 17Denmark20.8 18Japan18.1 19Lithuania17.5 20South Korea16.6 The rest of the ranking is spread across Europe. Sweden, Germany, France, Switzerland, and the Netherlands maintain strong positions thanks to deep talent pools and access to capital. What Makes a Startup Hub? These scores are based on three core components that together define ecosystem strength. 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See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Ranked: The World’s Most Indebted Countries Today 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 Hong Kong ranks first with total debt equal to 380% of GDP, followed by Japan at 372% The U.S. ranks seventh at 264%, led by government debt (123%) and corporate debt (73%) How indebted is your country today? Based on the latest available data (Q4 2025) from the Institute of International Finance’s Global Debt Monitor, several major economies now carry total debt loads exceeding 300% of GDP, meaning their combined household, corporate, and government borrowing is worth more than three years of economic output. This visualization ranks 35 countries by their total debt-to-GDP ratios, combining household, corporate, and government borrowing into one measure. Hong Kong Tops the Ranking With a total debt burden of 380%, Hong Kong has the world’s highest total debt. This small special administrative region (SAR) of China is highly developed and urbanized, counting roughly 7.5 million inhabitants. While its government debt is a relatively slim 67% and its total household debt of 86% hovers around global developed-country standards, Hong Kong’s corporate debt is a staggering 227% of GDP, making up nearly the entirety of its total debt burden. The table below shows the total debt burden and breakdowns for household, corporate, and government debt to GDP: CountryHousehold Debt (% GDP)Nonfinancial Corporate Debt (% GDP)Government Debt (% GDP)Total Debt (% GDP) Hong Kong8622767380 Japan60113199372 Singapore45130172347 France59156110326 Canada10011897315 China6014297298 United States6873123264 South Korea8911149249 Italy3659141236 Malaysia708866224 Thailand887660223 Bahrain2456143223 United Kingdom745981214 Germany498963200 Israel437170184 Brazil365092178 Jordan275690172 Grenada376468168 Maldives1817132167 India394974163 Vietnam2310732161 Hungary187073161 Chile418631158 Senegal529123156 South Africa343579149 Tunisia233981143 El Salvador222588134 Trinidad and Tobago343565134 Kuwait41837131 Republic of the Congo33593131 Czech Republic325147129 Russia217927127 Ecuador294452125 Morocco203767124 Colombia262868121 Zambia68107120 Mozambique91297118 United Arab Emirates275634117 Poland223559116 Jamaica193660115 Lao PDR111291114 Rwanda122773113 Costa Rica341460108 Saudi Arabia314528105 Oman244435104 Romania112961102 Egypt72075102 Argentina62076101 Kenya92367100 Philippines11265996 Mongolia23244793 Dominican Republic14176091 Gambia767487 Mexico17214886 Peru13413186 Pakistan2107284 Serbia16234483 Côte d'Ivoire8185682 Sri Lanka1071080 Indonesia15244079 Bangladesh6304077 Türkiye10382775 Angola186271 Benin5165171 Ethiopia5164768 Ghana355966 Papua New Guinea485062 Tanzania765062 Kazakhstan19142558 Nigeria1373656 Cameroon383849 Honduras004545 Tajikistan1162239 Uzbekistan003131 However, Hong Kong’s high corporate debt can best be explained by the SAR’s real estate business, in which high-debt transactions are standard. The dynamic real estate sector and related activities contribute roughly a quarter to Hong Kong’s GDP. Japan’s Government Debt Nears 200% of GDP In contrast, Japan’s corporate debt (113%) is relatively in line with other OECD and developed peers; however, the government’s sprawling government debt of just shy of 200% of GDP is higher than many countries’ total debt burden. Government debt woes began to take off following the Lost Decades of economic stagnation which followed the collapse of the Japanese asset price bubble in 1991. As years of sluggish growth turned into decades, Japanese policymakers opted to incorporate quantitative easing, a policy by which the central bank bought government bonds in order to stimulate economic activity in the country, driving up the country’s national debt in the process. Today the Bank of Japan owns roughly half of the national debt, while the other half is held in large part by domestic banks and insurance companies. Debt in the Developed World Japan is not the only country to have had to accrue debt in response to tough times. Back-to-back crises have forced governments to borrow extensively in recent years, from global COVID-19 stimulus responses to more recent industrial and defense purchases across Europe. Many governments continue to run large fiscal deficits, while households and businesses face rising borrowing costs amid economic uncertainty. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Biggest Foreign Buyers and Sellers of U.S. Debt on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Countries Building the Most Nuclear Reactors 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 accounts for 37 of the world’s reactors under construction—more than all other listed countries combined. India and Russia rank a distant second, with six reactors each currently being built. As of September 2025, the United States, France, and Canada have no reactors under construction. China is in the middle of the largest nuclear construction push in the world. Dozens of reactors are rising across the country, representing nearly 43 gigawatts of new generating capacity. That buildout alone exceeds what every other nation currently has under construction combined. This chart breaks down which countries are expanding nuclear power in 2025, and below we also cover how much power they are adding to their grids. The data comes from the World Nuclear Association. China’s Massive Nuclear Expansion China currently has 37 reactors under construction, representing roughly 42.9 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity. That is more than six times the capacity being built in either India or Russia, the next closest countries. As electricity demand rises and older plants retire, nuclear expansion will play a decisive role in shaping long-term energy security and grid stability. CountryReactors Under ConstructionMegawatts China3742.9K India65.2K Russia64.2K Egypt44.8K Türkiye44.8K South Korea34.2K Bangladesh22.4K Japan22.8K Ukraine21.9K United Kingdom23.4K Argentina10.03K Brazil11.4K Hungary11.2K Iran11.1K Pakistan11.1K Slovakia10.5K Canada00K France00K USA00K Most reactors are initially licensed to operate for about 40 years, though many receive extensions to 60 years or even 80 years with upgrades and maintenance. As older plants reach the end of their lifespans, new reactors are needed to replace retiring capacity, support grid stability, and help countries meet long-term decarbonization goals. India and Russia in Second Place India and Russia are tied for second place with six reactors each under construction. India’s projects total 5.2 GW of capacity, slightly above Russia’s 4.2 GW. After that, activity drops off quickly. Egypt and Türkiye each have four reactors underway, while most other countries are building one or two. Notably, several established nuclear powers are absent from the list. As of September 2025, the United States, France, and Canada have no reactors under construction. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out How Much Control China Has Over the World’s Critical Minerals on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The World’s 50 Most Valuable Companies 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 Nvidia leads at $4.8 trillion, followed by Apple ($4.0 trillion) and Alphabet ($3.8 trillion). Tech firms represent seven of the top 10 companies by market cap. Along with Nvidia, three other AI-related semiconductor companies—TSMC, Broadcom, and ASML—rank in the top 20 most valuable firms. Nvidia, with a $4.8 trillion market valuation, is the world’s most valuable company in 2026. The company has once again surpassed Apple and Alphabet as record sales lift its valuation, despite AI bubble fears. Meanwhile, TSMC’s $2 trillion market cap now exceeds both Meta Platforms and Tesla, ranking in sixth globally. Using data from CompaniesMarketCap, this graphic shows the 50 most valuable companies worldwide in 2026. The Top 50 Companies in 2026 Here are the largest companies by market capitalization as of February 25, 2026: RankNameCountryMarket Cap 1Nvidia U.S.$4,769,090,895,872 2Apple U.S.$4,030,215,225,344 3Alphabet U.S.$3,786,845,192,192 4Microsoft U.S.$2,976,667,402,240 5Amazon U.S.$2,261,686,681,600 6TSMC Taiwan$2,009,122,209,792 7Saudi Aramco Saudi Arabia$1,659,869,263,655 8Meta Platforms U.S.$1,653,772,779,520 9Broadcom U.S.$1,575,548,878,848 10Tesla U.S.$1,566,227,562,496 11Berkshire Hathaway U.S.$1,067,125,637,120 12Walmart U.S.$1,002,825,187,328 13Eli Lilly U.S.$971,747,753,984 14Samsung South Korea$953,387,784,196 15JPMorgan Chase U.S.$818,792,038,400 16Exxon Mobil U.S.$629,201,108,992 17Visa U.S.$603,784,871,936 18Tencent China$602,976,288,768 19ASML Netherlands$592,511,303,680 20Johnson & Johnson U.S.$591,292,792,832 21SK Hynix South Korea$492,511,926,210 22Micron Technology U.S.$482,640,887,808 23Mastercard U.S.$455,227,998,208 24Costco U.S.$441,631,375,360 25Oracle U.S.$425,078,030,336 26AbbVie U.S.$400,878,174,208 27Procter & Gamble U.S.$382,102,667,264 28Roche Switzerland$380,012,805,029 29Bank of America U.S.$377,648,578,560 30Home Depot U.S.$373,943,992,320 31ICBC China$369,137,809,154 32Chevron U.S.$368,560,832,512 33Alibaba China$363,649,957,888 34General Electric U.S.$361,938,288,640 35Caterpillar U.S.$358,505,119,744 36Netflix U.S.$350,804,246,528 37Coca-Cola U.S.$346,150,469,632 38AMD U.S.$343,772,135,424 39Agricultural Bank of China China$331,706,101,844 40China Construction Bank China$329,442,725,971 41LVMH France$324,094,895,625 42HSBC United Kingdom$323,268,870,144 43Novartis Switzerland$322,706,767,872 44Palantir U.S.$320,938,967,040 45AstraZeneca United Kingdom$319,598,690,304 46Toyota Japan$315,160,494,080 47Applied Materials U.S.$313,424,740,352 48Lam Research U.S.$313,366,904,832 49Cisco U.S.$312,610,619,392 50Merck U.S.$305,828,593,664 As the largest publicly-traded company in the world, Nvidia recently posted a record $68.1 billion in quarterly earnings, up 94% year-over-year. With OpenAI, Oracle, and Microsoft among its largest customers, a string of strong earnings reports has pushed its valuation close to a $5 trillion market capitalization. Still, investor skepticism has tempered share price gains amid concerns about overvaluation. Apple, Alphabet, and Microsoft follow, each valued at roughly $3 trillion or more. Saudi Aramco, one of only two non-U.S. companies in the top 10, ranks seventh with a $1.7 trillion valuation. Weaker oil prices have weighed on its performance, with shares down about 30% from their 2022 peak. Meanwhile, chip designer Broadcom ranks ninth at nearly $1.6 trillion. In addition to producing custom AI accelerator chips for OpenAI and Meta, it designed Google’s tensor processing units (TPUs). Today, Broadcom is increasingly emerging as a competitor to Nvidia, alongside companies such as Google (#3) and AMD (#38) as Big Tech prepares to spend $650 billion on AI infrastructure in 2026 alone. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the largest U.S. semiconductor firms by market cap.

Visualized: The Human and Economic Cost of the Syrian Civil War 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 The Syrian civil war has inflicted profound suffering, killing hundreds of thousands, displacing millions, and reversing decades of development. Beyond battlefield deaths, conflict has driven spikes in child mortality, extreme poverty, undernourishment, and sharp contraction in GDP per capita. Even as large-scale fighting has subsided, Syria faces a fragile recovery amid economic collapse and lingering insecurity. What began in March 2011 as pro-democracy protests against President Bashar al-Assad’s government spiraled into one of the most brutal conflicts of the 21st century, drawing in regional and global powers and resulting in immense human suffering. Over more than a decade of war, hundreds of thousands of people lost their lives, and millions were forced from their homes. These charts from Our World in Data and sourced from the UN, Eurostat, the IMF, World Bank and others show the many costs of conflict — from fatalities to economic collapse and rising poverty. Here’s a detailed look at the data behind the war’s impacts: Category (Syria)Initial Data (2004)Peak Data PointMost Recent Data Deaths due to fighting~079,0003,600 Deaths from all causes73,000160,000120,000 Deaths of children under 511,00023,00010,000 Internally displaced people~07.6 million7.3 million International refugees22,0006.9 million6.4 million GDP per capita$9,500$9,600$4,200 Share in extreme poverty0.50%17%17% Share undernourished6.50%34%34% The data illustrate several harsh realities: annual deaths from fighting spiked after 2011 with devastating loss of life, including among children, while total deaths from all causes rose. Millions of Syrians became internally displaced or refugees, GDP per capita plunged, and extreme poverty and undernourishment grew sharply. Understanding the War’s Origins The conflict began during the Arab Spring when peaceful protests were met with force by government security services. What followed was a fragmented civil war involving government forces, opposition groups, Kurdish militias, extremist factions, and international actors; including Russia, Iran, the U.S., Turkey, and others. At its peak, organized violence devastated cities like Aleppo, Homs and Raqqa, and fracturing Syrian society. Hundreds of thousands were killed across combatants and civilians, and millions more were displaced internally and abroad, which remade the country’s demographics and burdened neighboring states. Beyond the Battlefield: Economic and Social Impacts The war’s impacts extend far beyond immediate conflict deaths. GDP per capita more than halved as economic activity collapsed amid destruction of infrastructure and displacement of workers. Extreme poverty (once rare in Syria) surged, while undernourishment became widespread. This aligns with broader findings that violence imposes costs on societies far beyond direct combat, from lost productivity to health crises and long-term poverty. What Happens Now? Though large-scale warfare has diminished, Syria faces a fragile transition. Recent agreements between the central government and Kurdish forces aim to stabilize parts of the country, but humanitarian needs remain acute. Millions still depend on aid, and access to essential services is uneven. Political fragmentation, economic collapse, and reconstruction needs—estimated in the hundreds of billions—mean recovery will be lengthy and uncertain, even as some areas see renewed governance and investment.