2026-03-14 00:36:46
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This graphic compares the energy mix of the world’s 10 largest economies, showing how much of their total energy supply comes from oil, natural gas, coal, nuclear, hydro, and other renewables.
The data for this visualization comes from the Energy Institute’s 2025 Statistical Review of World Energy, representing the most recent full-year data (2024).
Oil remains the largest energy source in six of the 10 biggest economies, including the United States, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Italy. In these countries, oil plays a major role in transportation and industrial sectors.
Italy has the highest reliance on oil among the group, with nearly 46% of its energy coming from petroleum. Germany and the UK also depend heavily on oil, though both have been expanding renewable energy capacity in recent years.
The table below shows the energy mix of each of the world’s 10 largest economies.
| Country | Oil | Nat. Gas | Coal | Nuclear | Hydro | Renewables |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 U.S. |
39.0% | 35.4% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 0.9% | 6.3% |
 China |
20.3% | 9.8% | 58.0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 5.7% |
 Germany |
41.8% | 27.9% | 15.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 13.9% |
 Japan |
39.0% | 19.9% | 27.6% | 5.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% |
 India |
28.1% | 6.5% | 59.3% | 1.5% | 1.4% | 3.1% |
 UK |
41.7% | 34.7% | 2.6% | 6.8% | 0.3% | 13.8% |
 France |
31.0% | 12.8% | 2.0% | 46.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% |
 Italy |
45.9% | 37.9% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 3.6% | 10.9% |
 Russia |
24.1% | 54.0% | 11.8% | 7.4% | 2.4% | 0.2% |
 Canada |
36.6% | 39.0% | 2.4% | 7.8% | 10.4% | 3.6% |
Even in highly developed economies with strong climate targets, oil remains difficult to replace due to its central role in global transport systems.
Coal continues to dominate the energy mix in the world’s two most populous countries. In China, coal accounts for 58% of total energy supply, while India relies on coal for roughly 59%.
This reliance reflects both countries’ large industrial bases and the availability of domestic coal resources. Coal remains a relatively cheap and reliable energy source for powering manufacturing and electricity generation.
However, both China and India are also investing heavily in renewable energy and nuclear power as they attempt to balance economic growth with emissions reductions.
Some economies rely more heavily on nuclear or hydropower rather than renewables alone. France stands out for its heavy dependence on nuclear power, which provides more than 46% of its total energy mix.
Canada, meanwhile, benefits from abundant hydropower resources, with hydro accounting for over 10% of its energy supply. The country also maintains a relatively balanced mix between oil and natural gas.
Russia shows the lowest share of renewables in the group at just 0.2%, reflecting its vast reserves of fossil fuels and heavy reliance on natural gas, which makes up more than half of its energy mix.
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2026-03-13 23:37:13
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Some of the most common jobs in America could shrink sharply over the next decade.
According to projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, occupations like cashiers, office assistants, and customer service representatives are expected to lose hundreds of thousands of roles between 2024 and 2034 as automation and digital tools reshape the workforce.
This graphic shows the 20 occupations projected to lose the most jobs overall, along with those expected to see the fastest percentage declines.
Cashiers stand as the hardest-hit occupation in absolute terms, with 313,600 roles set to disappear by 2034, a 10% decline.
This follows an already entrenched trend, with full-time cashier roles falling from 1.3 million in 2014 to 1 million in 2025. At the same time, self-checkouts account for 38% of U.S. grocery lanes.
| Rank | Occupation | Employment Change 2024-2034P |
Median Annual Wage 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cashier | -313.6K | $31,190 |
| 2 | Office Assistant | -177.8K | $43,630 |
| 3 | Customer Service Rep | -153.7K | $42,830 |
| 4 | Bookkeeper | -94.3K | $49,210 |
| 5 | Fast Food Cook | -90.3K | $30,160 |
| 6 | Retail Supervisor | -72.3K | $47,320 |
| 7 | Inventory Clerk | -66.3K | $43,190 |
| 8 | Bank Teller | -44.9K | $39,340 |
| 9 | Data Entry | -36.7K | $39,850 |
| 10 | Packer | -32.2K | $35,580 |
| 11 | Food Prep | -30.9K | $34,220 |
| 12 | Admin Assistant* | -30.8K | $46,290 |
| 13 | Corrections Officer | -30.1K | $57,970 |
| 14 | Childcare Provider | -29.2K | $32,050 |
| 15 | Elementary School Teacher | -27.9K | $62,340 |
| 16 | Payroll Clerk | -27.0K | $55,290 |
| 17 | IT Support | -27.0K | $60,340 |
| 18 | Machine Operator | -21.1K | $45,590 |
| 19 | Teacher's Aide | -21.1K | $35,240 |
| 20 | Sales Associate | -19.6K | $34,580 |
Office assistant roles follow next in line, with 177,800 roles expected to vanish by 2034.
Overall, administrative-related positions account for six of the top 20 largest declines, spanning from bookkeepers (-94,300) to payroll clerks (-27,000). Many of these roles are highly exposed to AI, along with retail supervisors and customer service representatives.
Bank tellers, meanwhile, are projected to decline by 44,900 positions, ranking eighth-highest overall. Outside office roles, only two jobs—packers and machine operators—appear among the top 20 largest projected declines.
Many of the fastest-declining occupations are administrative or clerical roles, which involve routine tasks that can now be handled by software.
While some large occupations are losing the most workers overall, smaller occupations are shrinking much faster in percentage terms.
| Rank | Occupation | Employment Change 2024-2034P |
Median Annual Wage 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clerical Typist | -36.1% | $47,850 |
| 2 | Roof Bolter | -34.2% | $76,640 |
| 3 | Phone Operator | -27.5% | $39,130 |
| 4 | Receptionist/ Switchboard Operator |
-26.3% | $38,370 |
| 5 | Data Entry | -25.9% | $39,850 |
| 6 | Foundry Mold Maker | -25.9% | $45,700 |
| 7 | Patternmaker | -24.4% | $54,540 |
| 8 | Underground Machine Operator |
-22.3% | $68,860 |
| 9 | Telemarketers | -22.1% | $34,410 |
| 10 | Hand Finisher | -21.2% | $41,690 |
| 11 | Mechanical Assembler | -21.1% | $52,540 |
| 12 | Drill Press Operator | -19.6% | $46,630 |
| 13 | Forge Operator | -18.9% | $49,240 |
| 14 | Model Maker | -18.2% | $62,700 |
| 15 | Manual Cutter | -18.1% | $38,800 |
| 16 | Precision Assembler | -17.5% | $40,790 |
| 17 | Order Clerk | -17.2% | $44,660 |
| 18 | Refractory Technician | -16.9% | $58,540 |
| 19 | Payroll Clerk | -16.7% | $55,290 |
| 20 | Metal Fabricator | -16.3% | $49,900 |
Clerical typists are projected to see the steepest decline (-36.1%) between 2024 and 2034, while phone operators (-27.5%), receptionists (-26.3%), and data entry roles (-25.9%) fall in the top five.
Outside office-based occupations, the list also includes several industrial and production roles, such as roof bolters, foundry mold makers, and underground machine operators. In many cases, advances in automation and productivity-enhancing technologies are reducing the need for these positions across the economy.
Telemarketers (-22.1%) also appear among the fastest-declining occupations, reflecting the growing use of automated marketing platforms and AI-driven customer outreach tools among U.S. firms.
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2026-03-13 19:36:47
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A handful of companies added tens of billions to their brand value in a single year, highlighting how quickly intangible assets like brand power can scale in the AI and platform economy.
According to Brand Finance’s 2026 Global 500 Report, Microsoft recorded the largest brand value gain over the last year, adding $104 billion. Close behind was Nvidia, whose brand value jumped $96 billion as its chips became the backbone of the rapidly expanding AI industry.
This visualization ranks the brands that gained the most value year-over-year as social platforms and tech giants posted major gains, including TikTok (+$48 billion) and Apple (+$33 billion).
Last year, Microsoft recorded the largest increase in brand value among the world’s 50 largest brands.
In particular, the company continues to benefit from strong growth in cloud computing and AI services integrated across its product ecosystem. Today, its brand is valued at $565 billion.
The table below shows the largest gains in brand value across leading global firms, based on marketing investment, brand strength, and financial performance.
| Rank | Company | Brand Value 2025 | Brand Value 2026 | Annual Increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Microsoft | $461B | $565B | $104B |
| 2 | Nvidia | $88B | $184B | $96B |
| 3 | TikTok | $106B | $154B | $48B |
| 4 | Apple | $575B | $608B | $33B |
| 5 | $413B | $433B | $20B | |
| 6 | American Express | $40B | $57B | $18B |
| 7 | State Grid (China) | $86B | $102B | $17B |
| 8 | $91B | $107B | $16B | |
| 9 | $33B | $48B | $15B | |
| 10 | Amazon | $356B | $370B | $13B |
Meanwhile, Nvidia’s brand value more than doubled, reflecting the market dominance of its AI chips. Not only is it the world’s most valuable company by market cap, but demand continues to outstrip supply.
TikTok posted one of the biggest brand value jumps of the year, rising from $106 billion to $154 billion to rank third overall in brand value growth.
The short-form video platform’s surge indicates its massive global reach and high user engagement, which continue to attract advertisers and creators alike. TikTok’s brand value now exceeds several global giants, including Walmart ($141 billion), Samsung ($119 billion), and Facebook ($107 billion).
Technology companies account for eight of the 10 biggest brand value gains in the ranking.
Apple added $33 billion, pushing its brand value to $608 billion in 2026, the highest overall valuation on the list. Meanwhile, Google gained $20 billion, supported by the continued strength of its search and advertising businesses, along with growing momentum around its Gemini AI platform.
Meanwhile, Amazon rounds out the tech giants on the list, gaining $13 billion.
Outside of Big Tech, select finance and utility brands also saw strong gains.
American Express added $18 billion in brand value amid record-breaking quarterly earnings. Going further, the company’s market valuation has doubled in five years.
China’s State Grid Corporation ranked seventh overall, adding $17 billion in brand value. As the world’s most valuable utility brand, State Grid’s growth is closely tied to China’s expanding power infrastructure and its push toward cleaner energy systems.
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2026-03-13 07:04:50
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Gas prices remain one of the most visible cost pressures for American households, and the latest state-level data shows just how uneven the burden is across the country.
The national average for regular gasoline has risen to $3.58 per gallon, but that headline number hides a wide spread, with California well above $5 a gallon while other states have prices around $3.00 to $3.25.
This graphic maps out the gas price by state using data from AAA Gas Prices as of March 11, 2026.
California remains the clear outlier at $5.34 per gallon, the highest average gas price in the country by a wide margin. That puts the state 55 cents above second-place Washington, where regular gas averages $4.72, and more than $1.75 above the national average.
The data table below shows the price of regular gas per gallon as of March 11, 2026:
| State | Regular Gas Price (as of March 11, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $3.21 |
| Alaska | $3.95 |
| Arizona | $4.02 |
| Arkansas | $3.10 |
| California | $5.34 |
| Colorado | $3.58 |
| Connecticut | $3.49 |
| Delaware | $3.38 |
| District of Columbia | $3.61 |
| Florida | $3.70 |
| Georgia | $3.41 |
| Hawaii | $4.69 |
| Idaho | $3.48 |
| Illinois | $3.65 |
| Indiana | $3.50 |
| Iowa | $3.19 |
| Kansas | $3.01 |
| Kentucky | $3.19 |
| Louisiana | $3.20 |
| Maine | $3.48 |
| Maryland | $3.52 |
| Massachusetts | $3.44 |
| Michigan | $3.61 |
| Minnesota | $3.25 |
| Mississippi | $3.12 |
| Missouri | $3.09 |
| Montana | $3.21 |
| Nebraska | $3.20 |
| Nevada | $4.36 |
| New Hampshire | $3.45 |
| New Jersey | $3.49 |
| New Mexico | $3.47 |
| New York | $3.51 |
| North Carolina | $3.32 |
| North Dakota | $3.09 |
| Ohio | $3.44 |
| Oklahoma | $3.04 |
| Oregon | $4.29 |
| Pennsylvania | $3.66 |
| Rhode Island | $3.43 |
| South Carolina | $3.26 |
| South Dakota | $3.14 |
| Tennessee | $3.20 |
| Texas | $3.25 |
| Utah | $3.44 |
| Vermont | $3.49 |
| Virginia | $3.35 |
| Washington | $4.72 |
| West Virginia | $3.42 |
| Wisconsin | $3.21 |
| Wyoming | $3.26 |
| National average | $3.58 |
At the other end of the spectrum, Kansas has the lowest average price at $3.01 per gallon. Oklahoma ($3.04), Missouri ($3.09), and North Dakota ($3.09) are also among the cheapest markets.
Altogether, the spread between California and Kansas is $2.33 per gallon, underscoring how different the cost of driving can be depending on where Americans live.
The most expensive gas markets are concentrated in the West. Along with California, Washington ($4.72), Hawaii ($4.69), Nevada ($4.36), Oregon ($4.29), and Arizona ($4.02) are the only states at or above $4 per gallon. Alaska also sits near that threshold at $3.95.
That regional concentration is one of the clearest patterns on the map. While higher prices are not exclusive to the West, the upper tier is overwhelmingly western, especially along the Pacific corridor. By contrast, much of the central U.S. remains far cheaper, with many states in the Plains, South, and Midwest still sitting close to the low-$3 range.
In a March 5 market update, AAA said the national average had jumped nearly 27 cents in one week as crude oil prices rose as conflict erupted between the U.S., Israel, and Iran in the Middle East. Two weeks since the start of the conflict, the U.S. national average gas price is now up 60 cents (or more than 20%).
Iran’s recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz has resulted in crude oil prices surging, with WTI crude oil prices spiking all the way up to $119 a barrel. At the start of 2025, WTI crude oil was just $57 per barrel.
With more than 20% of the global oil supply halted, Americans are now feeling price pressures at the pump amidst the geopolitical uncertainty.
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2026-03-13 03:37:08
Every day, trillions of dollars move across borders as banks, corporations, and investors exchange currencies.
Foreign exchange markets are the backbone of global trade and finance. They allow businesses to pay suppliers abroad, investors to move capital between countries, and financial institutions to manage currency risk.
This graphic, created in partnership with Plasma, shows where $2.6 trillion in daily cross-border foreign exchange trades originate, based on the location of the institutions initiating the transactions. It’s part of our Money 2.0 series, where we highlight how finance is evolving into its next era.
Foreign exchange trading isn’t evenly distributed around the world. Instead, a handful of major financial hubs handle the bulk of global currency activity.
Using data from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), the table below shows where cross-border FX trades are executed based on the location of the institutions initiating them.
The UK dominates global FX markets, with institutions initiating roughly $957 billion in cross-border trades per day, about 40% of the global total. London’s leadership comes from several advantages, including its time zone, deep financial markets, and long-established trading infrastructure.
| Country | Cross-Border FX Total ($ billions) |
|---|---|
|
UK |
957 |
|
U.S. |
653 |
 Singapore |
336 |
 Hong Kong |
149 |
 Switzerland |
85 |
|
Germany |
74 |
|
Japan |
71 |
 Australia |
40 |
|
France |
27 |
|
Canada |
24 |
| Other | 154 |
The U.S. ranks second ($653 billion), followed by major Asian financial centers such as Singapore ($336 billion) and Hong Kong ($149 billion). In fact, the top four jurisdictions—the UK, U.S., Singapore, and Hong Kong—collectively account for 80% of global FX trading activity.
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2026-03-12 19:49:17
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This map shows the projected median age across major global regions in 2026, with Europe aging rapidly while Africa remains the youngest. The data highlights stark demographic differences that will shape economic growth, labor markets, and social systems in the decades ahead.
The data for this visualization comes from the United Nations. Figures are based on population projections for 2026 and measure the median age—meaning half of the population is older and half is younger.
Europe is projected to have the oldest population among major regions, with a median age of 43.1 years. Many European countries already face shrinking working-age populations and increasing pressure on pension and healthcare systems.
| Region | Median Age (Years) |
|---|---|
| Europe | 43.1 |
| Northern America | 38.9 |
| Oceania | 33.6 |
| Latin America and the Caribbean | 32.1 |
| Asia | 32.8 |
| Africa | 19.5 |
Several factors contribute to this trend. Fertility rates across Europe remain well below replacement levels, while life expectancy continues to increase. As a result, older adults make up a growing share of the population.
Countries like Italy, Germany, and Spain are among the oldest globally, with median ages approaching or exceeding the mid-40s.
Northern America has a projected median age of 38.9 years, placing it among the older regions but still younger than Europe. Immigration and slightly higher fertility rates help moderate the pace of population aging.
Meanwhile, Oceania—covering Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific island nations—has a median age of 33.6 years. South America follows closely behind at 33.5 years.
Asia also sits near this middle range with a median age of 32.8 years. However, the region contains huge variation, from rapidly aging societies like Japan and South Korea to younger populations across parts of South and Southeast Asia.
Africa stands out as the youngest region by far, with a median age of just 19.5 years. This reflects high fertility rates and a rapidly growing population across much of the continent.
Many African countries are expected to see substantial increases in their working-age populations over the coming decades. If accompanied by investments in education, infrastructure, and economic opportunity, this demographic momentum could support long-term growth.
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