2026-01-27 02:48:46
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Inflation has reshaped household budgets across the United States since 2019, but price increases have not been evenly distributed. While the overall consumer price index (CPI) is up roughly 26% over the period, some everyday expenses have climbed far faster.
This graphic highlights where inflation has risen the most across major consumer categories between November 2019 and 2025. The data for this visualization comes from reporting by CNBC (via Gabriel Cortes), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and POLITICO.
Motor vehicle insurance tops the ranking, with prices rising 56.1% since late 2019. Higher repair costs, more expensive vehicles, and increased claims severity have all pushed premiums upward.
Vehicle maintenance and repair costs are close behind, up nearly 49%, reflecting higher labor rates and parts prices.
| Rank | Consumer Category | % Change (2019-2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motor vehicle insurance | 56.1% |
| 2 | Utility (piped) gas service | 48.8% |
| 3 | Vehicle maintenance | 48.8% |
| 4 | Coffee | 46.1% |
| 5 | Electricity | 40.4% |
| 6 | Meats, poultry + fish | 38.1% |
| 7 | Food away from home | 34.8% |
| 8 | Used cars + trucks | 33.6% |
| 9 | Rent of primary residence | 30.8% |
| 10 | Bread | 29.4% |
| 11 | Housekeeping supplies | 26.2% |
| 12 | Alcoholic beverages | 25.9% |
| 13 | Personal care products | 24.9% |
| 14 | Milk | 24.1% |
| 15 | New cars + trucks | 22.6% |
| — | All items less food + energy | 24.7% |
| — | All items | 26.0% |
Utility costs have also surged, with piped gas services rising 48.8% and electricity up more than 40%.
Food prices remain another major strain, particularly for items consumed outside the home. “Food away from home,” which includes restaurant meals, is up nearly 35%, while coffee, meats, and bread have all seen increases well above the overall inflation rate.
Housing-related costs continue to rise faster than the CPI average.
Rent for primary residences is up 30.8% since 2019, outpacing both “all items” inflation and the CPI excluding food and energy.
Other everyday categories—such as housekeeping supplies and personal care products—have also experienced steady increases, reinforcing the sense that inflation is most visible in daily spending rather than discretionary purchases.
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2026-01-27 01:54:58
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Rising geopolitical strain defined financial markets in 2025. Capital moved toward assets linked to security, energy, and strategic control. Investors favored themes that reflected real world power dynamics rather than broad market averages.
This analysis uses data from ETF Central, our data partner for this post. Their figures show how sharply thematic returns diverged from the broader market. The S&P 500 rose 17.9%, a solid gain in isolation. Yet it trailed far behind sectors aligned with global instability and state driven investment priorities.
Strategic metals delivered the strongest performance of any ETF theme. Returns reached 94.9% as nations rushed to secure materials critical for defense systems, batteries, and advanced manufacturing. Supply chain control became a top economic priority.
| Rank | Investment Theme | 2025 Return |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Strategic Metals | 94.9% |
| 2 | Europe Defense | 75.1% |
| 3 | Global Defense | 70.9% |
| 4 | Life Sciences | 66.3% |
| 5 | Battery Value-Chain | 64.1% |
| 6 | Nuclear Energy | 61.7% |
| 7 | Space & Deep Sea | 53.5% |
| 8 | Solar Energy | 51.2% |
| 9 | Alternative Energy | 47.1% |
| 10 | U.S. Defense | 46.7% |
| S&P 500 | 17.9% |
Defense followed closely behind. Europe defense returned 75.1%, while global defense gained 70.9%. U.S. defense also performed well with a 46.7% return.
Higher military budgets and prolonged conflicts sustained long term demand. Life sciences added to the momentum, rising 66.3% as innovation continued despite market uncertainty.
Energy related themes dominated the middle of the rankings. The battery value chain returned 64.1% as electric vehicles and grid storage expanded worldwide. Nuclear energy gained 61.7% as governments reconsidered reliable baseload power.
Solar energy posted a 51.2% return, while alternative energy rose 47.1%. Energy security became just as important as emissions reduction. Investors rewarded technologies that offered resilience and scale. In 2025, focused exposure captured the defining trends that broad indexes could not.
To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on investment peaks by industry.
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2026-01-26 23:27:33
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This infographic highlights the factors most likely to negatively impact the global market environment over the next 12 months, based on responses from billionaires across regions. The data for this visualization comes from the UBS Billionaire Survey 2025.
Tariffs rank as the top concern overall, cited by 66% of respondents. Close behind, 63% of billionaires point to major geopolitical conflict as a key risk, underscoring fears around wars, regional instability, and great-power rivalry.
| What Billionaires Are Most Worried About in 2026 | Share of Respondents |
|---|---|
| Tariffs | 66% |
| Major geopolitical conflict | 63% |
| Policy uncertainty | 59% |
| Higher inflation | 44% |
| Debt crisis | 34% |
| Higher taxes | 28% |
| Global recession | 27% |
| Higher interest rates | 19% |
| Supply chain disruptions | 19% |
| Financial market crisis | 16% |
| Technological disruptions | 15% |
| Climate change | 14% |
| Higher energy costs | 8% |
| Global health crisis | 6% |
| Deflation | 5% |
| Other | 1% |
| Not worried | 1% |
Policy uncertainty is the third-largest concern, flagged by 59% of respondents. Meanwhile, 44% of billionaires remain worried about higher inflation, indicating that price stability is still not taken for granted after years of elevated inflation across major economies.
While global results show common themes, regional differences stand out.
In Asia-Pacific, 75% of billionaires cite tariffs as their biggest concern, reflecting the region’s deep integration into global supply chains and export-driven growth models.
Meanwhile in the Americas, 70% of respondents are most worried about higher inflation or major geopolitical conflict.
Concerns such as debt crises (34%), higher taxes (28%), and global recessions (27%) still rank meaningfully, though below headline geopolitical risks.
Interestingly, technological disruptions (15%) and climate change (14%) appear lower on the list, suggesting that billionaires may view these as longer-term or more manageable challenges compared to immediate political and economic shocks.
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2026-01-26 21:22:48
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In 2026, global economic output is forecast to reach $123.6 trillion.
While the U.S. economy is projected to expand to $31.8 trillion, China’s GDP is set to reach $20.7 trillion. Since 2021, the U.S. and China have added nearly $9 trillion and $4 trillion, respectively, to their total economic output.
This graphic ranks the top 50 economies by GDP in 2026, based on projections from the International Monetary Fund.
Below, we show global GDP rankings in 2026 based on these IMF projections:
| Rank | Country | Projected GDP in 2026 (B) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
 United States |
$31,821 |
| 2 |
 China |
$20,651 |
| 3 |
 Germany |
$5,328 |
| 4 |
 India |
$4,506 |
| 5 |
 Japan |
$4,464 |
| 6 |
 United Kingdom |
$4,226 |
| 7 |
 France |
$3,559 |
| 8 |
 Italy |
$2,702 |
| 9 |
 Russian Federation |
$2,509 |
| 10 |
 Canada |
$2,421 |
| 11 |
 Brazil |
$2,293 |
| 12 |
 Spain |
$2,042 |
| 13 |
 Mexico |
$2,031 |
| 14 |
 Australia |
$1,948 |
| 15 |
 South Korea |
$1,937 |
| 16 |
 Türkiye |
$1,576 |
| 17 |
 Indonesia |
$1,550 |
| 18 |
 Netherlands |
$1,413 |
| 19 |
 Saudi Arabia |
$1,316 |
| 20 |
 Poland |
$1,110 |
| 21 |
 Switzerland |
$1,075 |
| 22 |
 Taiwan |
$971 |
| 23 |
 Belgium |
$761 |
| 24 |
 Ireland |
$750 |
| 25 |
 Sweden |
$712 |
| 26 |
 Argentina |
$668 |
| 27 |
 Israel |
$666 |
| 28 |
 Singapore |
$606 |
| 29 |
 Austria |
$604 |
| 30 |
 UAE |
$601 |
| 31 |
 Thailand |
$562 |
| 32 |
 Norway |
$548 |
| 33 |
 Philippines |
$534 |
| 34 |
 Bangladesh |
$519 |
| 35 |
 Vietnam |
$511 |
| 36 |
 Malaysia |
$505 |
| 37 |
 Denmark |
$500 |
| 38 |
 Colombia |
$462 |
| 39 |
 Hong Kong SAR |
$447 |
| 40 |
 Romania |
$445 |
| 41 |
 South Africa |
$444 |
| 42 |
 Czechia |
$417 |
| 43 |
 Egypt |
$400 |
| 44 |
 Iran |
$376 |
| 45 |
 Portugal |
$365 |
| 46 |
 Chile |
$363 |
| 47 |
 Finland |
$336 |
| 48 |
 Nigeria |
$334 |
| 49 |
 Peru |
$327 |
| 50 |
 Kazakhstan |
$320 |
| -- | Global Total | $123,585 |
The U.S., China, and Germany remain the world’s largest economies by GDP, but growth rates diverge.
For the U.S., real GDP is set to grow 2.1% in 2026, edging up from 2.0% in 2025. Meanwhile, China’s economy is projected to expand at roughly twice that pace, despite slowing from 4.8% last year. Germany, Europe’s largest economy, trails behind with just 0.9% growth.
Notably, India will overtake Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, fueled by 6.2% real GDP growth. Since 2020, India has also surpassed the U.K.’s GDP.
Elsewhere, Australia replaces South Korea as the 14th-largest economy, while Bangladesh climbs to 33rd, moving ahead of Vietnam on the back of 4.9% growth.
Going further, Egypt jumps two spots to 43rd by GDP, as strategic economic reforms strengthen its position as a regional trade hub. At the same time, Nigeria entered into the list, ranking 48th overall.
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2026-01-26 03:09:24
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Does age influence optimism about artificial intelligence?
This visualization from Iswardi Ishak charts the relationship between the median age of a country’s population and public sentiment toward AI, based on 2025 data from Ipsos and the UN Population Division.
Respondents were asked whether they agreed with the statement: “Products and services using artificial intelligence make me excited.” The results highlight notable geographic and demographic divides.
Here is the full ranking of AI optimism levels across 30 countries, alongside each nation’s median age:
| Country | Optimism About AI (Ipsos, 2025) | Median Age (UN, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
|
Indonesia |
80% | 30.4 |
|
Thailand |
79% | 40.6 |
|
Malaysia |
77% | 31.0 |
|
South Korea |
69% | 45.6 |
|
Türkiye |
67% | 33.5 |
|
Singapore |
67% | 36.2 |
|
Peru |
66% | 30.2 |
|
Mexico |
65% | 29.6 |
|
India |
65% | 28.8 |
|
South Africa |
61% | 28.7 |
|
Colombia |
60% | 32.5 |
|
Brazil |
57% | 34.8 |
|
Chile |
53% | 36.9 |
|
Poland |
49% | 42.5 |
|
Italy |
49% | 48.2 |
|
Japan |
46% | 49.8 |
|
Spain |
45% | 45.9 |
|
Germany |
45% | 45.5 |
 Hungary |
44% | 43.9 |
|
Switzerland |
44% | 42.9 |
|
Argentina |
43% | 32.9 |
|
Ireland |
41% | 39.0 |
|
Australia |
40% | 38.3 |
|
France |
40% | 42.3 |
|
Netherlands |
39% | 41.5 |
|
United States |
38% | 38.5 |
|
Great Britain |
37% | 40.1 |
|
Sweden |
34% | 40.3 |
|
Belgium |
32% | 41.9 |
|
Canada |
31% | 40.6 |
Younger populations in countries like Indonesia (80% agree), Malaysia (75%), and India (67%) lead the global AI optimism chart. Meanwhile, older and more developed economies, particularly in the West, typically express far less excitement.
The correlation between youth and optimism is strong. Nations with median ages under 35, such as Mexico, Peru, and South Africa, all report optimism levels above 60%.
Indonesia tops the list, with 80% of respondents feeling excited about AI products and services. Interestingly, even countries like Türkiye and Colombia, with slightly older populations, maintain high excitement levels.
Despite their aging demographics, countries like Thailand (79%) and South Korea (69%) are among the most enthusiastic about AI. This defies the trend and may reflect a strong emphasis on tech-forward policy and innovation in these regions.
In contrast, Japan, which has the highest median age in the dataset, shows much lower excitement at just 46%.
Western countries generally fall below the global average. Nations such as Canada (36%), Belgium (37%), and France (38%) have older populations and appear less enthused about AI’s promises.
This aligns with broader findings from organizations like Pew Research and the UNU’s MACAU Institute, which suggest a cautious, even skeptical, public attitude in many developed nations, fueled by fears over automation, privacy, and misinformation.
In some cases, neighboring countries with similar demographics show dramatically different attitudes. Argentina (43%), for instance, has a relatively young population but reports much lower optimism than other Latin American countries like Mexico (67%) and Peru (67%).
2026-01-25 23:37:17
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U.S. bilateral trade reached $4.7 trillion between January and October 2025, in a volatile year for trade policy.
As the U.S.’s largest trading partner, the EU plays a central role in trade flows. While tariffs linked to Greenland were briefly threatened on eight EU countries before being withdrawn, trade dynamics vary across the bloc. The U.S. runs surpluses with countries such as the Netherlands and Belgium, while having deficits with Ireland and Germany.
This graphic shows America’s biggest trading partners in 2025 through October, based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Below, we show America’s top trading partners in a year of head-spinning trade policy:
| Rank | Country/Region | Total Trade Jan-Oct 2025 | Share of Total Trade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
 EU |
$883.3B | 18.8% |
| 2 |
Mexico |
$731.2B | 15.6% |
| 3 |
Canada |
$606.7B | 12.9% |
| 4 |
China |
$357.2B | 7.6% |
| 5 |
Taiwan |
$201.1B | 4.3% |
| 6 |
Japan |
$190.7B | 4.1% |
| 7 |
Vietnam |
$170.5B | 3.6% |
| 8 |
South Korea |
$162.1B | 3.5% |
| 9 |
Switzerland |
$154.3B | 3.3% |
| 10 |
United Kingdom |
$133.5B | 2.8% |
| 11 |
India |
$126.4B | 2.7% |
| -- |
 Other countries |
$977.2B | 20.8% |
| -- | Total Trade (Jan-Oct '25) | $4.69 trillion | 100.0% |
Trade with the EU stood at $883.3 billion, with Germany ($196.4 billion), Ireland ($140.8 billion), and the Netherlands ($108.7 billion) driving the most trade activity overall.
In August 2025, the U.S. and EU agreed to a framework that set a 15% tariff ceiling on most goods, while existing 50% U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum were left in place for all global trading partners.
Mexico follows, with $731.2 billion in cross-border trade in 2025. After the U.S. announced tariffs on Mexican imports in February 2025, subsequent negotiations led to delays and partial exemptions.
Ranking in third is Canada, with $606.7 billion in trade value.
Meanwhile, U.S-China trade totaled $357.2 billion, with the U.S. trade deficit with the country sitting at $175.4 billion as of the end of October. Over the period, U.S imports from China sank 26.7%, the largest across U.S. trading partners.
In stark contrast, U.S. imports surged 40.4% from Vietnam and 37.4% from Thailand amid shifting trade alignments. When it comes to India, America’s 11th-biggest trading partner, trade increased moderately to $126.4 billion compared to the previous time period.
To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the top import partner of each U.S. state.
