Published 5 hours ago on February 12, 2026 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Lebon Siu Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Inigo View the full-size version of this graphic 6 Trends Reshaping U.S. Property Insurance Key Takeaways Property risk is becoming more widespread, as climate-driven losses expand beyond traditional catastrophe zones. Replacement values continue to rise, driven by construction inflation and aging building stock. New technologies are reshaping loss profiles, introducing emerging electrical and ignition risks. Property risk in the U.S. is being reshaped by a perfect storm of rising replacement costs, aging buildings, and a rapidly changing climate. At the same time, growth, strained infrastructure, and new technologies are introducing fresh vulnerabilities that traditional models weren’t built to capture. Together, these forces are setting a new baseline for insured losses and raising the stakes for resilience and smarter risk management. This visualization, created in partnership with Inigo, outlines the major trends set to shape property risk in years to come. 1. Escalating Rebuilding & Replacement Costs Material inflation, skilled labor shortages, and ongoing supply chain fragility are keeping construction costs elevated across the United States. As a result, insured values continue to rise, increasing claim severity even for moderate loss events. 2. Expanding Climate & Natural Hazard Exposure Wildfires, severe convective storms, inland flooding, and other secondary perils are spreading beyond historical risk zones. This shift is redrawing catastrophe maps and challenging models that rely on past loss patterns. 3. Urban Sprawl & Migration into High-Risk Areas Population growth in wildfire prone regions and coastal flood zones is driving higher concentrations of property and infrastructure at risk. This expansion often outpaces local mitigation efforts, amplifying potential losses when disasters strike. 4. Aging Buildings & Failing Infrastructure More than half of U.S. commercial properties are over 40 years old, many built to outdated codes and standards. Combined with aging power, water, and transportation systems, deferred maintenance on infrastructure increases the likelihood that localized damage escalates into broader systemic losses. 5. Advancing Building Technologies Rooftop solar panels, lithium ion batteries, and increasingly complex electrical systems are altering building risk profiles. While these technologies improve efficiency and resilience, they also introduce new ignition, fire, and loss pathways that are not fully reflected in historical data. 6. 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See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization U.S. Defense Spending by President (1997–2027P) 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 In inflation-adjusted 2025 dollars, U.S. defense spending is more than $400 billion higher than in the late 1990s. The White House has proposed a record $1.5 trillion defense topline for 2027P, more than 50% above recent levels. The biggest historical jumps in defense spending align with major security eras, including the post-9/11 wars, renewed great-power competition, and today’s rearmament push. Since 1997, U.S. defense spending has moved through multiple cycles, but the long-term trajectory is upward. This chart tracks National Defense (Function 050) budget authority in constant 2025 dollars and shows how totals changed under each president and party, culminating in a proposed record $1.5 trillion budget for 2027P. Data is sourced from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Historical Tables, Table 5.1 (National Defense budget authority), supplemented by Reuters reporting for the 2027 proposal. It also leverages analysis from the Council on Foreign Relations. Steady Growth Through the 2000s and 2010s In the late 1990s, under President Clinton, U.S. defense spending sat around the mid-$500 billion level in real terms. Spending rose significantly in the 2000s during the Bush years amid the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, reaching levels above $900 billion before 2010. Continued high budgets carried throughout the Obama administration, driven by ongoing post-9/11 commitments and modernization efforts. Fiscal YearReal Budget (2025$)President 1997$542BClinton 1998$535BClinton 1999$564BClinton 2000$569BClinton 2001$609BBush 2002$648BBush 2003$798BBush 2004$837BBush 2005$834BBush 2006$888BBush 2007$971BBush 2008$1.04TBush 2009$1.05TObama 2010$1.06TObama 2011$1.03TObama 2012$955BObama 2013$843BObama 2014$846BObama 2015$813BObama 2016$837BObama 2017$862BTrump 2018$931BTrump 2019$938BTrump 2020$963BTrump 2021$902BBiden 2022$922BBiden 2023$908BBiden 2024$905BBiden 2025$962BTrump 2026$962BTrump 2027 (proposed)$1.5TTrump Recent Trends and Record Levels In the early 2020s, spending remained high under Presidents Trump and Biden, with budgets around $900 billion to over $1 trillion in real terms. The 2026 defense budget approved by Congress reached $901 billion, while proposals for 2027 have pushed that figure even higher. Recently, President Donald Trump announced a proposal for a $1.5 trillion military budget in 2027, representing roughly a 50% increase over current levels, aimed at expanding capabilities and accelerating modernization. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out America’s $38 Trillion Mountain of Debt on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Birth Rates Around the World in 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 global birth rate has projected at 16.1 births per 1,000 people in 2025, continuing a decades-long decline. Several Sub-Saharan African countries still record rates above 40 per 1,000, among the highest in the world. Many advanced economies now have birth rates below 10 per 1,000, fueling concerns about aging populations and shrinking workforces. Birth rates are falling across much of the world—but not everywhere. According to the UN World Population Prospects 2024, the global birth rate in 2025 was projected at 16.1 births per 1,000 people. Yet this average masks a stark demographic divide: while much of Europe and East Asia faces record-low fertility, parts of Sub-Saharan Africa continue to record some of the highest birth rates globally. This widening gap is reshaping economies, labor markets, and long-term growth prospects. Countries with persistently low birth rates are grappling with aging populations and rising dependency ratios, while higher-growth regions face different pressures tied to rapid population expansion. Where Birth Rates Are Highest Countries with the highest birth rates are overwhelmingly concentrated in Sub-Saharan Africa, alongside a few countries in the Middle East and Asia. The table below shows the projected crude birth rates by country: RankCountryCrude birth rate (births per 1,000 people) 1 Central African Republic46.9 2 Chad44.7 3 Somalia43.3 4 Niger42.1 5 Democratic Republic of Congo41.7 6 Mali40.3 7 Angola37.7 8 Mozambique37.7 9 Afghanistan35.4 10 Tanzania35.3 11 Uganda34.7 12 Mauritania34.6 13 Yemen34.5 14 Benin33.9 15 Cameroon33.7 16 Guinea33.5 17 Burundi33.4 18 Zambia33.3 19 Nigeria32.8 20 Sudan32.8 21 Madagascar32.0 22 Côte d’Ivoire31.9 23 Malawi31.6 24 Ethiopia31.6 25 Burkina Faso31.5 26 Togo31.1 27 Liberia30.9 28 Congo30.9 29 Equatorial Guinea30.3 30 Sierra Leone30.1 31 Zimbabwe30.1 32 South Sudan30.0 33 Gambia29.9 34 Guinea-Bissau29.7 35 Senegal29.6 36 Eritrea29.2 37 São Tomé and Príncipe28.4 38 Rwanda28.3 39 Comoros28.3 40 Vanuatu27.8 41 Pakistan27.5 42 Palestine27.4 43 Kenya27.3 44 Gabon27.2 45 Solomon Islands27.1 46 Ghana26.1 47 Namibia26.0 48 Iraq25.8 49 Kiribati25.2 50 Uzbekistan25.1 51 Tajikistan25.0 52 Samoa24.8 53 Syria24.4 54 Papua New Guinea24.3 55 Botswana24.3 56 Nauru24.2 57 Lesotho23.7 58 Eswatini23.5 59 Tonga22.7 60 Micronesia22.2 61 Timor-Leste21.9 62 Haiti21.9 63 Honduras21.7 64 Bolivia21.1 65 Egypt21.0 66 Djibouti20.9 67 Tuvalu20.8 68 Laos20.8 69 Kyrgyzstan20.7 70 Guatemala20.7 71 Turkmenistan20.4 72 Cambodia20.1 73 Jordan20.1 74 Bangladesh19.8 75 Guyana19.6 76 Paraguay19.6 77 Kazakhstan19.2 78 Nicaragua19.1 79 Marshall Islands19.0 80 Nepal18.6 81 South Africa18.4 82 Algeria18.3 83 Belize18.0 84 Fiji17.7 85 Mongolia17.4 86 Dominican Republic17.4 87 Israel17.2 88 Suriname17.1 89 Oman17.1 90 Myanmar16.3 91 Libya16.3 92 Morocco16.3 93 Saudi Arabia16.0 94 Lebanon15.9 95 Philippines15.9 96 India15.9 97 Panama15.9 98 Indonesia15.7 99 Peru15.7 100 El Salvador15.4 101 Venezuela15.4 102 Mexico15.3 103 Ecuador14.8 104 Seychelles14.6 105 Sri Lanka14.5 106 Western Sahara14.0 107 New Caledonia13.9 108 Vietnam13.2 109 Brunei13.1 110 Colombia13.1 111 Tunisia13.1 112 Greenland13.0 113 Moldova13.0 114 Kosovo12.8 115 North Korea12.6 116 Bhutan12.4 117 Malaysia12.4 118 Bahrain12.3 119 Turkey12.3 120 Iran12.3 121 Cape Verde12.1 122 Brazil11.9 123 Azerbaijan11.8 124 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines11.7 125 Antigua and Barbuda11.6 126 Armenia11.5 127 Saint Kitts and Nevis11.5 128 Georgia11.5 129 Trinidad and Tobago11.4 130 Grenada11.3 131 Jamaica11.2 132 Australia11.2 133 Montenegro11.2 134 Argentina11.1 135 Barbados11.0 136 Saint Lucia11.0 137 New Zealand11.0 138 Iceland10.8 139 United States10.8 140 Dominica10.8 141 Bahamas10.7 142 Palau10.5 143 United Arab Emirates10.5 144 Qatar10.5 145 Cyprus10.3 146 Luxembourg10.3 147 Maldives10.2 148 Albania10.1 149 Denmark9.9 150 Costa Rica9.9 151 United Kingdom9.8 152 Kuwait9.8 153 Ireland9.8 154 Uruguay9.7 155 Netherlands9.7 156 Monaco9.6 157 Norway9.5 158 Bulgaria9.4 159 Romania9.4 160 France9.3 161 Liechtenstein9.2 162 Sweden9.2 163 Slovakia9.2 164 North Macedonia9.1 165 Mauritius9.1 166 Switzerland9.1 167 Serbia8.8 168 Hungary8.8 169 Canada8.7 170 Russia8.7 171 Chile8.6 172 Belgium8.5 173 Cuba8.5 174 Germany8.5 175 Singapore8.3 176 Austria8.2 177 Poland8.1 178 Slovenia8.1 179 Croatia8.0 180 Portugal8.0 181 Czechia8.0 182 Thailand8.0 183 Finland7.8 184 Estonia7.7 185 Bosnia and Herzegovina7.7 186 Lithuania7.7 187 Malta7.4 188 Latvia7.4 189 Andorra6.9 190 Belarus6.8 191 Spain6.8 192 Greece6.6 193 Italy6.5 194 China6.2 195 Japan6.0 196 Puerto Rico6.0 197 Ukraine5.8 198 San Marino5.7 199 Taiwan5.4 200 South Korea4.8 World16.1 The gap between the highest- and lowest-birth-rate countries exceeds 40 births per 1,000 people. The Central African Republic leads birth rates globally, with nearly 47 births per 1,000 people, followed closely by Chad, Somalia, Niger, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. In these countries, large family sizes are common, and populations tend to be younger, with a high share of women in childbearing age. High birth rates are also prevalent in parts of the Middle East and South Asia, including Afghanistan, Yemen, and Pakistan, where fertility remains elevated despite gradual declines over time. Meanwhile, India and China continue to lead in the total number of births worldwide, although their birth rates are relatively lower. Low Birth Rates in Advanced Economies At the other end of the spectrum, many developed economies now have birth rates well below the global average. Countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Italy, and Spain record fewer than 7 births per 1,000 people, reflecting delayed family formation, high housing costs, and changing social norms. Several European countries, including Italy, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, also fall into this low-birth-rate group. Some of these countries are also among the world’s super-aged societies, where more than 20% of the population are aged over 65 years. Why Birth Rates Matter When birth rates remain below the replacement level (2.1 births per woman) for extended periods, countries face shrinking workforces, rising dependency ratios, and mounting pressure on social security and healthcare systems. Over time, populations begin to shrink and age, creating long-term economic challenges. In contrast, very high birth rates can strain education, infrastructure, and job creation if economic growth does not keep pace. As a result, governments across the world are increasingly focused on addressing population challenges and demographic policy, whether through family incentives, childcare support, or immigration. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you found this infographic interesting, explore more population and demographic insights on Voronoi, including The World’s Population as 1000 People.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Countries Buying (and Selling) the Most Gold Since 2020 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, Poland, and Türkiye were the largest gold buyers among central banks between 2020 and 2025. Gold prices surged more than 230% over the period, fueling one of the strongest official-sector buying waves in decades. A smaller group of countries reduced holdings, highlighting divergent reserve strategies. As gold prices surged more than 230% since 2020, central banks around the world launched one of the largest gold-buying waves in modern history. For many countries, bullion became more than just a hedge—it became a strategic reserve asset amid rising geopolitical tensions, currency volatility, and growing efforts to diversify away from the U.S. dollar. Yet not every nation followed the same playbook: some were accumulating gold aggressively, while others were trimming reserves. This chart ranks the countries that made the biggest net additions and the largest reductions in gold reserves over the past five years. The data comes from the World Gold Council. China and Eastern Europe Lead Gold Buying Together, the top 15 buyers added nearly 2,000 net tonnes of gold to their reserves over the period, underscoring a broad shift in official sector strategy. China recorded the largest increase in gold reserves over the period, adding more than 350 tonnes. This move aligns with Beijing’s long-running push to diversify reserves away from the U.S. dollar and reduce exposure to Western financial systems, reinforcing gold’s role as a politically neutral anchor within global reserves. RankCountryNet change in tonnes (2020-2025) 1 China357.1 2 Poland314.6 3 Türkiye251.8 4 India245.3 5 Brazil105.1 6 Azerbaijan83.6 7 Japan80.8 8 Thailand80.6 9 Hungary78.5 10 Singapore77.3 11 Iraq74.6 12 Qatar73.0 13 Czech Rep.62.8 14 Russia55.4 15 United Arab Emirates51.7 Poland followed China closely in the ranking, increasing its gold holdings by over 300 tonnes as part of a long-term push to bolster monetary security. Türkiye and India also ranked among the top buyers. Both countries face persistent inflation pressures and currency volatility, making gold an attractive hedge within official reserves. Emerging Markets Step Up Accumulation Beyond the largest buyers, several emerging markets made notable additions. Brazil added more than 100 tonnes, while Azerbaijan’s increase came through its sovereign wealth fund, the State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Japan, Thailand, Hungary, and Singapore also expanded reserves, signaling broader global interest in gold as a stabilizing asset during periods of economic uncertainty. Who Reduced Gold Holdings? While many central banks were building gold stockpiles, a smaller group reduced exposure, highlighting sharply different reserve priorities. The Philippines recorded the largest reduction, cutting reserves by more than 65 tonnes. Kazakhstan and Sri Lanka also posted significant declines, often reflecting domestic liquidity pressures or active reserve rebalancing during periods of economic stress. RankCountryNet change in tonnes (2020-2025) 1 Philippines-65.2 2 Kazakhstan-52.4 3 Sri Lanka-19.1 4 Germany-16.3 5 Mongolia-15.9 6 Tajikistan-11.9 7 Euro Area (average)-10.8 8 Colombia-9.2 9 Finland-5.4 10 Curaçao & St. Maarten-3.9 11 Solomon Islands-0.6 12 Suriname-0.4 13 Malta-0.3 14 Ethiopia-0.2 15 Switzerland-0.1 Several European countries, including Germany and Finland, posted modest reductions. Switzerland’s change was minimal, underscoring its generally stable approach to gold management compared with more active buyers elsewhere. Taken together, the data shows how gold has reasserted itself as a cornerstone of global reserves, even as countries take sharply different paths in preparing for an uncertain monetary future. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Rise of Major Currencies Against the USD in 2025 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. > Use This Visualization The Share of Foreign-Born Residents 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 Foreign-born residents made up 14.8% of the U.S. population in 2024, near a historic high. Four states—California, New York, Florida, and New Jersey—have foreign-born shares above 23%. In contrast, states like Montana and West Virginia have foreign-born shares near 2%. Immigration is highly concentrated in a small number of U.S. states. In several large coastal economies, foreign-born residents make up nearly a quarter of the population. In much of the Midwest and Appalachia, the share is closer to 2–5%. The map above shows how the foreign-born share varies across all 50 states and D.C., based on the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau. The U.S. Foreign-Born Population in 2024 Below, we show the foreign-born population by state: StateForeign-Born Share of the Population 2024Number of Foreign-Born Residents California27.7%10,922,460 New Jersey25.0%2,375,213 New York23.3%4,629,069 Florida23.1%5,398,982 Nevada19.9%650,226 Massachusetts18.8%1,341,600 Hawaii18.6%268,983 Texas18.4%5,757,513 Maryland17.1%1,071,011 Washington16.1%1,281,267 Connecticut15.9%584,336 Rhode Island15.7%174,632 District of Columbia15.5%108,849 Illinois15.4%1,957,364 Virginia13.6%1,198,323 Arizona13.4%1,016,039 Georgia11.9%1,330,524 Delaware11.6%122,022 Colorado10.5%625,537 New Mexico10.0%427,237 Oregon10.0%213,026 North Carolina9.9%1,093,556 Utah9.8%343,354 Minnesota9.0%521,384 Nebraska9.0%180,492 Pennsylvania8.3%1,085,536 Kansas7.8%231,707 Alaska7.7%780,815 Michigan7.7%56,990 Indiana7.0%484,699 Oklahoma6.6%270,296 Tennessee6.5%469,804 South Carolina6.4%350,645 Idaho6.3%204,214 Iowa6.3%126,102 New Hampshire5.9%83,133 Arkansas5.8%179,125 Ohio5.5%653,582 Wisconsin5.5%327,854 North Dakota5.3%42,218 Kentucky5.2%239,082 Louisiana5.2%238,595 Missouri4.9%306,028 Maine4.7%66,036 Alabama4.5%232,096 Vermont4.5%29,182 South Dakota4.2%38,836 Wyoming3.5%20,567 Mississippi2.7%79,462 Montana2.1%37,170 West Virginia2.1%23,882 California leads the nation, with 27.7% of its residents born outside the United States—nearly 11 million people. New Jersey ranks second at 25%, followed by New York (23.3%) and Florida (23.1%). In each of these states, immigrants account for roughly one in four residents. Within New York state, immigration is even more concentrated in New York City, where foreign-born residents make up roughly 38% of the population. On average, immigrants in the city have lived there for about 24 years, underscoring its long-standing identity as a global gateway. States With Fewer Foreign-Born Residents At the other end of the spectrum are Montana and West Virginia, where foreign-born residents account for just 2.1% of the population. Several other states across Appalachia and the Midwest also report foreign-born shares below 5%, underscoring how concentrated immigration remains in a relatively small number of states. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on America’s 10 richest immigrant billionaires.

Published 1 hour ago on February 10, 2026 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Jennifer West Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Hinrich Foundation Which Economies Have the Largest Ecological Footprints? How much biologically productive land and water are required to support a population’s resource use and absorb its waste—and how does this footprint vary around the world? In collaboration with the Hinrich Foundation, this visualization draws on data from the Global Footprint Network to compare ecological footprints across countries, highlighting the varying environmental pressures of consumption. The analysis comes from the 2025 Sustainable Trade Index (STI), which the Hinrich Foundation produced in collaboration with the IMD World Competitiveness Center. What Is an Ecological Footprint? The ecological footprint is a metric that quantifies human demand on nature. It calculates the biologically productive land and water area required to supply the renewable resources a given population consumes (such as food, timber, and energy). It also factors in the land needed to assimilate the waste it produces, particularly carbon dioxide. The metric provides insight into whether a country’s consumption levels are environmentally sustainable. The higher the ecological footprint a country has, the less sustainable its consumption is given its available resources. Which Countries’ Consumption Leave the Highest Footprints? It’s no surprise that developed countries typically have larger ecological footprints than emerging markets. With higher levels of consumption—whether energy, goods, or resources—these nations also generate more waste on a per-person basis. The country with the highest footprint (which translates into a lower ranking) is Singapore, at 10.1 global hectares per person. It’s followed by Canada (8.1), the U.S. (7.5), Australia (7.3), and Russia (6.2). From Smallest to Largest Ecological Footprints RankCountryEcological Footprint (global hectares) 1 Bangladesh0.68 2 Pakistan0.73 3 Myanmar1.11 4 India1.11 5 Laos1.12 6 Papua New Guinea1.17 7 Sri Lanka1.20 8 Philippines1.40 9 Cambodia1.64 10 Ecuador1.71 11 Indonesia1.86 12 Peru2.41 13 Thailand2.46 14 Mexico2.55 15 Vietnam2.70 16 China3.68 17 United Kingdom3.81 18 Japan4.04 19 Malaysia4.23 20 Chile4.27 21 New Zealand5.43 22 South Korea5.47 23 Russia6.21 24 Australia7.28 25 United States7.48 26 Canada8.11 27 Singapore10.07 Among developed markets, the UK ranks most favorably at #17, with an ecological footprint of 3.8 global hectares per person. Which Countries’ Consumption the Lowest Footprints? In contrast, emerging economies typically have less resource-intensive lifestyles. As a result, Bangladesh ranks #1 at 0.7 global hectares per person. Pakistan (0.7) and Myanmar (1.1) round out the top three. 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See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Where Incomes Are Rising Fastest, by State See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Colorado led the nation, with median household income up 46.9% from 2019 to 2024 Household incomes rose 21.9% nationally over the same period (not adjusted for inflation) Since 2019, U.S. household incomes have surged—rising from $68,700 to $83,730 nationally, a 21.9% increase in just five years. But where you live matters a lot. While some states tracked close to the national average, others saw incomes climb at nearly double the pace, driven by booming local industries and major investment. States like Colorado posted outsized gains, while Georgia’s expanding EV industry brought billions in investment and rising paychecks. The map shows which states saw the fastest growth in median household income from 2019 to 2024, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Trends in Median Income by State Below, we show the change in median household income for all 50 U.S. states and D.C. between 2019 and 2024 using nominal figures (not adjusted for inflation): RankStateChange in Median Household Income2019-2024Median Household Income 2019Median Household Income 2024 1Colorado46.9%$72,500$106,500 2Georgia43.4%$56,630$81,210 3Maine36.3%$66,550$90,730 4Montana36.1%$60,190$81,920 5Tennessee34.0%$56,630$75,860 6Rhode Island31.6%$70,150$92,290 7Massachusetts29.9%$87,710$113,900 8Florida29.6%$58,370$75,630 9Iowa29.4%$66,050$85,480 10Missouri29.4%$60,600$78,390 11California28.8%$78,100$100,600 12New Hampshire28.7%$86,900$111,800 13North Dakota25.8%$70,030$88,080 14Mississippi25.0%$44,790$55,980 15Ohio24.5%$64,660$80,520 16South Dakota24.3%$64,260$79,850 17Michigan23.9%$64,120$79,460 18South Carolina23.8%$62,030$76,780 19Idaho23.7%$65,990$81,650 20Utah23.0%$84,520$104,000 21Wisconsin22.6%$67,350$82,560 22New York20.8%$71,850$86,830 23Texas20.8%$67,440$81,490 24Wyoming20.8%$65,130$78,680 25New Mexico20.8%$53,110$64,140 26Oregon20.5%$74,410$89,700 27Virginia20.2%$81,310$97,720 28Kansas19.9%$73,150$87,690 29Arizona19.9%$70,670$84,700 30Arkansas18.9%$54,540$64,840 31Washington18.3%$82,450$97,500 32New Jersey18.0%$87,730$103,500 33Nebraska17.9%$73,070$86,140 34West Virginia17.6%$53,710$63,150 35Louisiana17.5%$51,710$60,740 36Alabama16.7%$56,200$65,560 37Alaska16.4%$78,390$91,260 38Kentucky16.4%$55,660$64,790 39Delaware15.7%$74,190$85,860 40Indiana15.0%$66,690$76,710 41Maryland14.8%$95,570$109,700 42Vermont14.7%$74,310$85,260 43Connecticut13.7%$87,290$99,240 44Nevada13.7%$70,910$80,590 45Pennsylvania13.4%$70,580$80,060 46Minnesota13.4%$81,430$92,350 47Illinois13.2%$74,400$84,210 48District of Columbia12.6%$93,110$104,800 49Hawaii11.6%$88,010$98,240 50Oklahoma9.9%$59,400$65,310 51North Carolina9.9%$61,160$67,220 Colorado’s thriving tech industry helped push median income up 46.9%, the fastest rise across states. With $165,606 in average earnings across the sector in 2023, Colorado ranked sixth-highest nationally. From software to renewable energy, employment growth has expanded by double- or even triple-digit percentages across various roles since 2018. Georgia ranks in a close second, with median incomes climbing 43.4%. In particular, the EV and aerospace sectors are playing a key role in job creation. Since 2018, the state has seen $27.3 billion in investment across EV, aerospace, and battery manufacturers including Rivian and SK Battery America. Maine, meanwhile, saw wages rise 36.3%. In 2024, wages across the tech sector saw the steepest jump of 11.4% while those in the construction sector saw strong gains of 8.5%. Other factors, such as its older population and tight labor market, have further boosted wages. Falling near the middle of the pack were New York and Texas, each with wage gains of 20.8% between 2019 and 2024. By contrast, North Carolina and Oklahoma saw only 9.9% cumulative wage growth, the weakest performance nationwide. Median household income in both states remains well below the U.S. average and still trails pre-pandemic levels. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on average hourly earnings by state in 2025.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. View the high-resolution version of this infographic. Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s 50 Largest Cities, From 1975 to 2050 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 Since 1975, the world’s largest cities have shifted decisively from developed economies to Asia and Africa. By 2050, Asia and Africa are projected to account for 37 of the world’s 50 largest cities, reshaping the global urban hierarchy. Several cities that once dominated the rankings are projected to see slow growth—or fall sharply in rank—by mid-century. In 1975, the world’s largest cities were dominated by Japan, Europe, and North America. By 2025, that balance had already shifted toward Asia. Looking ahead to 2050, Africa is projected to emerge as a major force in the global urban hierarchy. Urbanization has been the driving force behind this transformation—and it’s far from finished. This visualization tracks how the world’s 50 largest cities have risen, stagnated, or fallen in rank across four points in time—1975, 2000, 2025, and 2050—using data from the UN World Urbanization Prospects 2025. How the World’s Largest Cities Have Risen and Fallen In 1975, Tokyo and Osaka were the world’s two largest cities, followed by New York, Jakarta, and Mexico City. By 2000, Asian megacities like Shanghai, Beijing, and New Delhi climbed the rankings as population growth accelerated across Asia. Fast forward to 2025, and the shift has become more pronounced, with many of the world’s largest cities now located in South and East Asia. As urbanization continues, this shift is projected to continue through 2050. The table below shows the world’s 50 largest cities in 2050, along with their population sizes in 1975, 2000, and 2025: 2050 Population RankCityCountry1975 Population2000 Population2025 Population2050 Population 1Dhaka Bangladesh5,037,17417,434,59636,585,47952,123,000 2Jakarta Indonesia11,696,36925,591,96641,913,86051,784,000 3Shanghai China4,542,78714,034,55829,558,90834,912,000 4New Delhi India6,091,89117,969,09230,222,40533,891,000 5Karachi Pakistan4,626,70110,799,50321,422,59032,593,000 6Cairo Egypt7,440,91415,676,61925,566,10232,366,000 7Tokyo Japan24,281,61830,302,56033,412,51230,658,000 8Guangzhou China1,644,24018,970,25827,563,37229,243,000 9Manila Philippines8,329,01217,799,06424,735,30527,120,000 10Kolkata India10,527,60518,355,28622,549,73823,768,000 11Mumbai India8,338,77315,952,86220,203,05623,059,000 12Seoul Republic of Korea10,079,04618,962,54422,490,48221,225,000 13Bangkok Thailand3,650,7728,377,06618,180,28020,462,000 14Lahore Pakistan4,402,7667,978,80515,156,43020,388,000 15Luanda Angola306,000714,64311,370,12720,286,000 16São Paulo Brazil10,536,12116,702,00818,949,79018,217,000 17Beijing China5,154,9719,635,38017,013,30318,004,000 18Mexico City Mexico11,119,40217,598,16217,734,21217,679,000 19Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam2,384,0346,006,09014,052,71317,201,000 20Istanbul Türkiye5,305,19310,633,60215,014,76316,303,000 21Lagos Nigeria2,612,4507,908,96112,791,69916,180,000 22Moscow Russian Federation8,520,84211,194,62714,524,75315,522,000 23Shenzhen China487,9448,180,96013,878,39614,661,000 24Bengaluru India2,369,5416,051,92813,187,09814,258,000 25Buenos Aires Argentina8,560,90011,711,63414,017,73614,236,000 26Los Angeles United States7,717,83711,195,62612,740,42013,862,000 27Hajipur India745,9623,363,8059,941,51013,695,000 28New York City United States12,076,41613,044,48313,920,14813,225,000 29Kinshasa DR Congo1,035,6225,328,17410,943,64113,211,000 30Dar es Salaam Tanzania299,1512,071,6457,795,11413,160,000 31Bogotá Colombia3,389,7506,340,84010,624,31512,478,000 32Lima Peru3,519,7856,991,68510,580,24112,358,000 33London United Kingdom7,369,8427,654,55310,416,42011,869,000 34Chennai India4,484,1157,612,50811,153,20511,757,000 35Addis Ababa Ethiopia868,9012,791,7246,705,70510,783,000 36Kuala Lumpur Malaysia170,7774,143,9158,443,73110,627,000 37Osaka Japan14,448,05414,487,83012,964,14510,449,000 38Abidjan Côte d’Ivoire1,024,7453,441,8066,621,7119,775,000 39Bandung Indonesia3,475,7596,333,4118,909,1049,747,000 40Hangzhou China1,113,6164,964,8977,500,2089,625,000 41Hyderabad India2,810,4796,340,6619,190,7959,546,000 42Tehran Iran4,265,1016,999,1959,174,9649,499,000 43Khartoum Sudan870,5534,135,1026,809,3559,444,000 44Paris France7,423,8598,385,1569,381,9219,326,000 45Rio de Janeiro Brazil5,880,6698,416,7549,500,3369,300,000 46Riyadh Saudi Arabia126,0002,557,2696,916,4179,153,000 47Alexandria Egypt2,647,6754,477,7187,266,9579,023,000 48Johannesburg South Africa1,180,5602,767,8037,077,1758,916,000 49Onitsha Nigeria756,8832,353,0865,627,7068,681,000 50Yaoundé Cameroon455,2191,578,6315,106,0878,661,000 Looking ahead to 2050, Dhaka is projected to be the world’s most populous city with over 52 million residents, followed closely by Jakarta. Asian cities are projected to remain population hubs, with Shanghai, New Delhi, and Karachi rounding out the top five, and the Asian continent accounting for 24 of the 50 largest cities. Meanwhile, Africa emerges as the fastest-growing urban region in the world, accounting for 13 of the 50 largest cities. Cities such as Lagos, Kinshasa, Cairo, and Dar es Salaam are projected to see explosive population growth over the coming decades, driven by high fertility rates and urbanization. Overall, the number of megacities, those with over 10 million inhabitants, is projected to increase to 37, up from 33 megacities in 2025. Slower Growth in Developed Economies While cities in emerging markets surge, many historically large cities in Europe, Japan, and North America are projected to grow relatively slowly, or even plateau. For example, Osaka’s population is projected to decline by 2.5 million, or 20%, and New York’s by 5%. Other large metros including Tokyo, Paris, and Seoul, are expected to hit similar population plateaus. However, despite slow growth, these cities are likely to remain global economic powerhouses, supported by long histories of commercial and economic activity. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed this infographic, explore more insights on Voronoi, including The Countries Set to Double Their Population the Fastest.

Published 3 hours ago on February 9, 2026 By Ryan Bellefontaine Article & Editing Niccolo Conte Graphics & Design Amy Kuo Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Mapped: Countries with the Most Top Hospital Brands Key Takeaways The U.S. dominates globally, with 25 hospital brands in the top 100. The UK leads Europe, placing eight hospital brands in the top 100. Australia over-indexes for its size, with five hospital brands in the top 100. Hospital brand strength increasingly shapes patient choice, clinician recruitment, and institutional prestige. As a result, only a handful of countries are home to a large share of the world’s strongest hospital brands. This map shows how many hospital brands each country has in the global top 100, based on Brand Finance’s Global Top 250 Hospitals 2026 report. The U.S. Sets the Global Benchmark for Hospital Brands Brand Finance scores more than 500 academic medical centers using a Brand Strength Index of 30+ metrics, drawing on surveys of 2,500 healthcare professionals. Below is a table showing how many hospital brands each country has in the global top 100. CountryHospitals United States25 United Kingdom8 Australia5 Saudi Arabia4 Japan4 Germany4 Canada4 Bangladesh3 Singapore3 Brazil3 Spain3 Qatar3 France3 India3 Colombia3 Morocco2 Indonesia2 South Korea2 Argentina2 Egypt2 South Africa2 UAE2 Sweden1 Netherlands1 Switzerland1 Ireland1 China1 Bahrain1 Sri Lanka1 Pakistan1 North America leads the top 100 by a wide margin. The region has 29 hospitals in total. The U.S. accounts for 25 entries, while Canada adds four. In the lead, Johns Hopkins Medicine ranks first overall for the second year in a row. Meanwhile, four other American hospitals appear in the top 10. The U.K. Remains Competitive The United Kingdom has eight hospitals in the global top 100. That concentration makes the U.K. one of Europe’s strongest performers on the map. Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust ranks #2 globally, while Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust ranks #9. Six other U.K. hospitals join them in the top 100 worldwide. MENA’s Growing Presence Among Top-Rated Hospitals The Middle East and North Africa also show strong representation. Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre leads the region at #12 globally. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi ranks #23 globally, providing another example of a top 100 hospital. In total, 14 MENA hospitals appear in the global top 100. Reputation spreads through professional networks. As a result, stronger brands can build trust and attract talent. For hospitals, reputation is not just perception—it can shape patient choices, clinician careers, and long-term global standing. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on investment peaks by industry. The data for this visualization was sourced from Global Top 250 Hospitals 2025 Report, a publication by one of our data partners, Brand Finance. Our data partnerships are commercial agreements that may or may not include compensation, and partners are not involved with our editorial or graphical processes in any capacity. 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See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Ranked: Defense Spending Per Capita, 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 Israel spends nearly $5,000 per person on defense, the highest per capita level globally. Smaller, security-focused nations often outspend many larger military powers on a per-person basis. Global military spending is often measured in massive national budgets, where the United States and China dominate the conversation. But looking at defense spending on a per-person basis tells a very different story, one where smaller countries rise to the top. This visualization ranks major countries by how much they spent on defense per citizen in 2024, revealing which nations invest the most in military power relative to their population — and how countries like the U.S. compare when spending is measured per person rather than in total dollars. Data comes from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Why Israel Leads the World in Defense Spending Per Capita Israel ranks first, spending nearly $5,000 per person on defense in 2024. This figure reflects the country’s ongoing security challenges and mandatory military service. Despite a total defense budget of $47 billion—small compared to global superpowers—the per-person cost is unmatched. Below are the world’s 30 largest military spenders, ranked by defense spending per capita: RankCountryTotal Spend (2024)Per Capita 1 Israel$47B$4,989 2 U.S.$997B$2,895 3 Singapore$15B$2,591 4 Saudi Arabia$80B$2,386 5 Norway$10B$1,880 6 Ukraine$65B$1,728 7 Denmark$10B$1,670 8 Kuwait$8B$1,596 9 Netherlands$23B$1,276 10 Australia$34B$1,272 11 Finland$7B$1,245 12 United Kingdom$82B$1,186 13 Sweden$12B$1,138 14 Germany$88B$1,044 15 Russia$149B$1,026 16 Poland$38B$982 17 France$65B$973 18 South Korea$48B$919 19 Canada$29B$742 20 Taiwan$16B$708 21 Italy$38B$639 22 Spain$25B$514 23 Algeria$22B$469 24 Japan$55B$446 25 Türkiye$25B$292 26 Colombia$15B$287 27 China$314B$221 28 Mexico$17B$128 29 Brazil$21B$99 30 Indonesia$11B$39 Several smaller or wealthy nations rank near the top of the list. Singapore spends over $2,500 per person, driven by its strategic location and emphasis on technological superiority. Norway and Denmark also appear in the top 10, supported by high incomes and growing commitments to NATO. How Major Powers Compare The U.S. ranks second overall, with nearly $2,900 spent per person, reflecting both its enormous military budget and large population. China, by contrast, ranks much lower at $221 per capita despite spending more than $300 billion in total. Meanwhile, European powers like Germany, France, and the U.K. cluster in the middle of the ranking, balancing defense commitments with larger populations. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Ranked: Countries With the Highest Cost of Violence on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: The Global Cost of Living Index 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 Bermuda is the most expensive place to live in the world in 2026, with prices 23.5% higher than New York City. Switzerland leads Europe, while Singapore is the most expensive in Asia. How does the cost of living vary across countries in 2026? To find out, this graphic visualizes Numbeo’s Global Cost of Living Index, which measures the price of everyday expenses, including rent, relative to New York City (baseline of 100). If a country has an index score of 80, prices are 20% lower than in New York. Scores above 100 indicate higher everyday costs. While inflation has eased in many regions, the cost of living remains a major global challenge. Across 28 countries, home prices have risen more than 50% since 2020, and grocery costs have risen sharply in countries such as Mexico, Germany, and Malaysia, continuing to strain household budgets worldwide. Global Cost of Living by Country Below, we show the cost of living index for 155 countries or territories in 2026, highlighting stark differences in everyday costs around the world. Bermuda has the highest cost of living worldwide, a British Overseas Territory synonymous with high-end real estate, luxury tourism, and offshore wealth. RankCountryCost of Living Index 2026 1 Bermuda123.5 2 Cayman Islands97.9 3 Switzerland84.3 4 U.S. Virgin Islands82.5 5 Singapore81.2 6 Bahamas77.1 7 Iceland75.9 8 Jersey72.5 9 Hong Kong 69.8 10 Solomon Islands65.4 11 Guernsey65.3 12 Luxembourg65.2 13 Gibraltar63.9 14 Norway59.4 15 Ireland58.7 16 Israel58 17 Netherlands57.9 18 Denmark56.6 19 United States56.3 20 Isle Of Man55.7 21 Australia52.7 22 United Kingdom51.9 23 Austria50.7 24 Grenada49.4 25 Germany49 26 Canada48.9 27 Belgium48.6 28 United Arab Emirates48.2 29 Finland48 30 Seychelles48 31 Sweden47.8 32 France47.5 33 Macao (China)46.3 34 Qatar45.8 35 Andorra45.2 36 New Zealand45 37 Cyprus44.6 38 Puerto Rico44.3 39 Malta44.1 40 Italy43.1 41 Democratic Republic of the Congo42.4 42 South Korea41.3 43 Estonia40.5 44 Papua New Guinea39.2 45 Slovenia39.1 46 Spain39 47 Guyana39 48 Jamaica38.7 49 Czech Republic38.6 50 Costa Rica38.3 51 Portugal38.3 52 Maldives38.1 53 Uruguay37.3 54 Croatia37.1 55 Greece36 56 Bahrain35.9 57 Panama35.6 58 Senegal35.5 59 Lithuania35.3 60 Trinidad And Tobago35.2 61 Slovakia35.2 62 Ivory Coast34.5 63 Angola34.5 64 Poland34.4 65 Latvia34.3 66 Taiwan33.9 67 Brunei33.6 68 Kuwait33.3 69 Japan32.8 70 Hungary32.3 71 Yemen32 72 Belize32 73 Albania31.7 74 Mexico31.5 75 Ethiopia31.3 76 Cameroon31.1 77 Montenegro31 78 Palestine30.9 79 Saudi Arabia30.4 80 Oman30 81 Cape Verde29.6 82 Serbia29.5 83 Lebanon29.5 84 Armenia29.5 85 Guatemala29.5 86 El Salvador29.4 87 Cuba28.3 88 Argentina28.3 89 Suriname28.2 90 Bulgaria28 91 Romania27.8 92 Turkey27.6 93 Dominican Republic27.4 94 Thailand27.2 95 Chile26.8 96 Fiji26.7 97 South Africa26.4 98 Namibia26.4 99 Moldova26.4 100 Mauritius26.1 101 Myanmar26 102 Mozambique25.9 103 Honduras25.7 104 Russia25.7 105 Nigeria25.5 106 Jordan25.3 107 Mongolia25.1 108 Bosnia And Herzegovina25 109 Zimbabwe24.2 110 Venezuela24 111 Georgia24 112 Cambodia23.7 113 Ghana23.7 114 Peru23.6 115 North Macedonia23.2 116 Malaysia22.9 117 Nicaragua22.5 118 Colombia22.4 119 Sri Lanka22 120 Zambia22 121 Belarus21.5 122 China21.5 123 Kazakhstan21.4 124 Azerbaijan21.3 125 Morocco21.1 126 Botswana21 127 Ecuador21 128 Uzbekistan20.6 129 Brazil20.5 130 Kyrgyzstan20.4 131 Paraguay20.3 132 Philippines20.2 133 Tajikistan19.8 134 Uganda19.6 135 Kosovo (Disputed Territory)19.5 136 Kenya19.5 137 Rwanda19.4 138 Ukraine19.2 139 Vietnam19.1 140 Iraq19 141 Bolivia19 142 Tanzania18.8 143 Tunisia18.5 144 Indonesia18.5 145 Algeria17.1 146 Iran16.2 147 Syria16.1 148 Madagascar15.8 149 Bangladesh13.8 150 Nepal13.8 151 Egypt13.8 152 Afghanistan12.7 153 Pakistan12.4 154 India12.4 155 Libya12.3 Many of the world’s most expensive places, in terms of cost of living, are islands and often tax shelters or financial centers. The U.S. Virgin Islands, Jersey, and Cayman Islands all make the top 10 in the cost of living index. High concentrations of wealth, combined with heavy reliance on imports, push up prices across these island economies. Switzerland ranks third overall, with Zurich named the world’s most expensive city in 2026. Beyond a strong Swiss franc, high wages and elevated living standards significantly drive up costs. Singapore has the highest cost of living in Asia, placing fifth worldwide. Limited land availability has fueled high real estate prices, while the country’s reliance on imports—around 90% of its food—adds further cost pressures. The U.S. ranks 19th globally, with a cost of living index score of 56.3. By comparison, the global median index score in 2026 stands at 30.8. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the world’s most unaffordable housing markets.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Ranked: The World’s Top Copper Producers (2000 vs. 2024) 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 Chile remained the world’s largest copper producer in 2024 (5.3 million tonnes), but output has been broadly flat since 2010. The DRC has surged into the top ranks, rising from 1.0 million tonnes in 2015 to 3.3 million tonnes of copper in 2024, which is second among countries. Peru and China logged some of the biggest increases since 2000: Peru grew from 0.5 to 2.6 million tonnes, while China climbed from 0.5 to 1.8 million tonnes. Copper is one of the most critical industrial metals in the global economy, essential for power grids, electric vehicles, and renewable energy infrastructure. This chart ranks countries based on annual copper production from 2000 to 2024 and highlights important shifts for producers like China, Peru, and the DRC. The data for this visualization comes from the U.S. Geological Survey. China’s Domestic Production Has Grown Steadily Since 2000, copper output in mature producers such as Chile, the United States, and Canada has largely plateaued. In contrast, nearly all net global supply growth has come from regions where China has ownership, financing, or market leverage. Rather than competing directly in established mining regions, China positioned itself at the margins where new supply was being developed. China’s copper production increased from roughly 510,000 tonnes in 2000 to about 1.8 million tonnes in 2024. This represents more than a threefold increase over two decades, reflecting heavy investment in domestic mining and smelting capacity. Despite this growth, China still trails the world’s largest producers on paper, ranking behind countries like Chile and Peru in mined output. Country2000 (Million Tonnes)20052010201520202024 Chile4.55.35.55.75.75.3 Congo (Kinshasa)———11.33.3 Peru0.511.31.62.22.6 China0.50.61.21.81.71.8 United States1.51.21.11.31.21.1 Indonesia0.91.10.8——1.1 Russia0.50.70.80.70.90.9 Australia0.80.90.910.90.8 Mexico0.40.40.20.60.70.7 Zambia0.30.50.80.60.80.7 Canada0.70.60.50.70.60.5 However, focusing only on domestic production understates China’s true role in the global copper market. Congo’s Copper Boom Is China-Aligned The most dramatic change in global copper supply since 2000 has occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Copper production there expanded from negligible levels to roughly 3.3 million tonnes by 2024, making Congo one of the world’s largest producers. Much of this growth has been driven by Chinese state-backed firms through mine ownership, long-term concessions, and infrastructure-for-resources agreements. While Congo’s output is officially counted as national production, a significant share of this copper is effectively controlled by Chinese companies, making it part of China-aligned supply. Peru Strengthens China’s Grip Through Demand Peru’s copper output grew from about 530,000 tonnes in 2000 to 2.6 million tonnes in 2024, ranking it among the top global producers. China does not control Peru’s mining sector to the same extent as Congo’s, but it is the dominant buyer of Peruvian copper and holds stakes in key mining projects. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Visualizing the Growth of Chinese Copper Miners on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Airlines With the Most Legroom in Economy Class 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 Japan Airlines, ANA, and Emirates offer the most legroom in economy class, with seat pitches of 34 inches. Despite industry-wide seat compression, a handful of airlines continue to prioritize passenger comfort. Over the past five decades, flying economy has become noticeably more cramped. The average seat pitch—an industry-standard measure of legroom—has declined from about 35 inches in the 1970s to roughly 30 inches today. As airlines pack more seats into cabins, legroom has become a key differentiator for travelers seeking comfort without upgrading to premium cabins. This visualization highlights the airlines that still offer the most generous economy-class legroom. The data for this visualization comes from Simple Flying, drawing on rankings from Business Traveller and Condé Nast Traveler. Japanese Airlines Set the Global Standard Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways (ANA) top the ranking, each offering 34 inches of legroom in economy class. Emirates matches the Japanese carriers with 34 inches of legroom, reinforcing its reputation as a comfort-focused global airline. The carrier has long invested in spacious cabins and a premium economy experience that spills over into standard economy seating. RankAirlineLegroom (inches)Legroom (centimeters) 1 Japan Airlines3486.4 2 All Nippon Airways3486.4 3 Emirates3486.4 4 JetBlue32.382 5 Cathay Pacific3281.3 6 Singapore Airlines3281.3 7 Qantas3281.3 8 Southwest Airlines31.880.8 9 Alaska Airlines3180.8 10 Delta Air Lines3180.8 Meanwhile, JetBlue stands out among U.S. airlines, offering over 32 inches of legroom—closer to international full-service standards than most domestic competitors. U.S. Airlines Mostly in Bottom of Top 10 Most U.S. carriers cluster near the lower end of the 10 in this ranking, with seat pitches ranging from 31 to 31.8 inches. Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines all fall into this group, offering slightly more legroom than the industry average but still well below the leaders. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out What Flyers Are Willing to Pay for Flight Upgrades on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Most Reliable Car Brands in 2026 (New vs. Used) 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 Lexus and Toyota are the most reliable used car brands in 2026, based on the analysis of over 380,000 vehicles by Consumer Reports. Toyota and Subaru top reliability rankings for newer models in 2026. Tesla ranks in last place across 26 brands for its used models, driven by numerous issues with older cars. The reliability of car brands can vary widely, and those differences—especially between new and used models—can cost owners thousands in repairs and upgrades over a vehicle’s lifetime. Reliability can also change significantly over time. Several EV brands, for instance, have shown improving reliability in newer models as battery and powertrain technology matures and earlier issues are resolved. At the same time, some traditional automakers, such as Mazda, have seen reliability decline in recent model years. This graphic shows the most reliable new and used car brands in 2026, based on Consumer Reports data. Comparing the Most Reliable Used Car Brands For the 2026 rankings, 380,000 reports were analyzed from consumers factoring in vehicle problems. Each brand was scored on a scale of 1 to 100 based on 20 key trouble areas to arrive at the predicted reliability score. Used cars were based on problem rates on currently owned 5- to 10-year-old vehicles. 2026 RankUsed CarsPredicted Reliability Score 1Lexus77 2Toyota73 3Mazda58 4Honda57 5Acura53 6BMW53 7Buick51 8Nissan51 9Audi49 10Volvo48 11Mercedes-Benz47 12Subaru47 13Volkswagen46 14Lincoln46 15Mini46 16Cadillac45 17Hyundai43 18Chevrolet40 19Ford39 20Dodge39 21Kia39 22GMC37 23Chrysler36 24Ram35 25Jeep32 26Tesla31 In 2026, Lexus is the most reliable brand for used cars, seeing a higher score across older vehicles than newer ones. As a luxury brand owned by Toyota, it also ranked in the top three most reliable new cars, highlighting its performance consistency. Toyota, meanwhile, follows closely behind, also ranking highly in both categories. Coming in at a distant third is Mazda, which ranks better for its old vehicles than its newer ones because of process changes. In contrast, the least reliable brands for used cars were Tesla, Jeep, and Ram. While new Teslas rank ninth across new cars, reliability plummets meaningfully given several issues with older models. Yet more promisingly, newer Model 3 and Model Ys, show above-average reliability as problem rates have declined. Comparing the Most Reliable New Car Brands Below are the most reliable new car brands: 2026 RankNew Cars Predicted Reliability Score 1Toyota66 2Subaru63 3Lexus60 4Honda59 5BMW58 6Nissan57 7Acura54 8Buick51 9Tesla50 10Kia49 11Ford48 12Hyundai48 13Audi44 14Mazda43 15Volvo42 16Volkswagen42 17Chevrolet42 18Cadillac41 19Mercedes-Benz41 20Lincoln40 21Genesis33 22Chrysler31 23GMC31 24Jeep28 25Ram26 26Rivian24 For a deeper breakdown on this section of the ranking, check out our full ranking of new car brands also leveraging Consumer Reports data. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on America’s slowest depreciating cars.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Do People Trust the Media or Government More? 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 In nearly every G7 nation, fewer than half of people trust either the media or the government, according to the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer Trust gaps vary widely, with some countries showing double-digit differences between confidence in media and government. Trust in institutions shapes how societies function—from whether people follow public health guidance to whether they believe election results. Yet confidence in governments and the media has diverged sharply across countries. This visualization shows whether people trust the media or the government more, based on responses from nearly 34,000 people across dozens of countries. The data comes from the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer. Respondents were asked whether they trust the government and the media to “do what is right.” High Government Trust in the Middle East and Asia Countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, China, and Singapore show higher trust in government than in media. Saudi Arabia tops the list, with an 89% government trust score compared to 66% for media—a 23-point gap. CountryGovernment Trust ScoreMedia Trust ScoreMedia or Govt Saudi Arabia8966Govt UAE8674Govt China8681Govt Singapore7660Govt India7565Govt Malaysia7265Govt Indonesia6876Media Sweden5946Govt Nigeria5970Media Thailand5767Media Netherlands5758Media Australia5345Govt Canada5251Govt South Korea5040Govt Kenya4770Media Argentina4744Govt Brazil4552Media Mexico4357Media Ireland4343Equal Germany4246Media Italy4149Media United States3944Media Japan3733Govt United Kingdom3639Media Spain3543Media Colombia3445Media South Africa3350Media France3040Media Media Trusted More in Many Western Democracies In much of Europe and the Americas, trust tilts toward the media rather than the government. Countries like France, Spain, the U.S., and the UK all show higher media trust scores, even though overall trust levels are relatively low. France stands out at the bottom of the ranking, with just 30% trusting the government versus 40% trusting the media. Large Trust Gaps Signal Institutional Tension Kenya shows the largest pro-media gap, with media trusted by 70% compared to just 47% for government. Conversely, Sweden, Japan, and South Korea lean more toward government trust, though with lower absolute scores than high-trust countries in Asia or the Middle East. Ireland is the lone country where trust in media and government is equal. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Trump Trade Shake-Up: Which Countries Are Winning Vs. Losing? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Countries by the Share of Babies Born Outside of Marriage 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 In several Latin American countries, more than 70% of children are born outside marriage. Nordic and Western European countries also report relatively high shares of births outside of marriage. In contrast, parts of East Asia continue to report very low rates. Across much of the world, long-standing norms around marriage and family formation are changing. In many countries, having children outside of marriage has become increasingly common, while in others it remains rare. This visualization shows countries ranked by the share of children born outside of marriage using the latest available data from the OECD Family Database. Latin America Leads by a Wide Margin Colombia leads with 87% of children born outside marriage, followed by Chile, Costa Rica, and Mexico—all above 70%. In much of the region, cohabitation has long been socially accepted and legally recognized, reducing the importance of formal marriage. Historical inequality and lower access to legal institutions have also played a role in shaping these patterns over time. RankCountryChildren born outside marriage (%) 1 Colombia87.0 2 Chile78.1 3 Costa Rica74.0 4 Mexico73.7 5 Iceland69.4 6 Norway61.2 7 Bulgaria59.7 8 Portugal59.5 9 France58.5 10 Sweden57.5 11 Slovenia56.5 12 Denmark54.7 13 Estonia53.8 14 Belgium52.4 15 Spain50.0 16 New Zealand48.4 17 Finland48.4 18 United Kingdom47.6 19 Czech Republic47.1 20 Netherlands42.1 21 Slovak Republic41.6 22 Italy40.5 23 Austria40.0 24 United States40.0 25 Australia39.9 26 Luxembourg39.0 27 Ireland38.4 28 Latvia37.3 29 Romania33.9 30 Germany33.1 31 Canada29.0 32 Poland28.7 33 Switzerland27.7 34 Lithuania27.3 35 Croatia26.1 36 Hungary24.4 37 Cyprus21.2 38 Greece9.7 39 Israel8.6 40 Korea4.7 41 Türkiye3.1 42 Japan2.4 --Dataset Average42.3 Nordic Countries Redefine Family Norms Several Nordic countries also report high shares of non-marital births, including Iceland (69%), Norway (61%), Sweden (58%), and Denmark (55%). Unlike Latin America, these trends are closely tied to strong welfare states and legal protections for children regardless of parents’ marital status. Cohabiting couples often enjoy rights similar to married ones, making marriage a personal choice rather than an economic necessity. Lower Rates Persist in Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean At the other end of the spectrum are countries such as Japan (2.4%), Korea (4.7%), Türkiye (3.1%), Israel (8.6%), and Greece (9.7%). In these societies, marriage remains closely linked to childbearing due to cultural expectations, religious traditions, and legal frameworks. Social stigma and limited support for single parents further discourage having children outside of marriage. Anglo and Western European Countries Sit in the Middle Countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and much of Western Europe fall between these extremes. Around 40% of children in the U.S. are born outside marriage, a similar share to Austria and Italy. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The World Has Passed Peak Child on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Health Insurance Costs by U.S. State 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 Vermont has the highest health insurance costs in America, averaging $1,224 per month for a Silver plan on the Affordable Care Act marketplace. In 2026, the U.S. average monthly premium under these plans is $752, up 21% since 2025. Nearly 3 in 10 Americans (29%) already cite cost as the nation’s leading healthcare problem. Health insurance costs are rising across the United States in 2026, as enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies expire and insurers raise premiums to keep up with higher healthcare costs. This graphic shows the average health insurance cost on the ACA marketplace in 2026, based on data from ValuePenguin. Vermont: Highest Average Health Insurance Cost in U.S. In 2025, 56% of enrollees on the ACA marketplace chose Silver plans, which balance moderate premiums with moderate out-of-pocket costs. Below, we show the average monthly Silver plan premiums for a 40-year-old. In 2026, the U.S. average monthly cost rose by 21% year-over-year to reach $752. RankStateAverage Monthly HealthInsurance Cost 2026Annual Change 1Vermont$1,2246% 2Wyoming$1,11925% 3West Virginia$1,09314% 4New York$1,0905% 5Alaska$1,037-5% 6Nebraska$96029% 7Illinois$88830% 8Florida$85933% 9Connecticut$85921% 10Louisiana$82726% 11Texas$82635% 12Arkansas$82367% 13Utah$82122% 14New Mexico$80026% 15North Carolina$80021% 16Nevada$79234% 17Kansas$78723% 18Tennessee$77539% 19Maine$77124% 20Montana$76320% 21Washington$76140% 22Delaware$75931% 23Mississippi$75642% 24Pennsylvania$75023% 25Missouri$74220% 26Oklahoma$73923% 27South Dakota$7346% 28Georgia$72932% 29California$72811% 30Massachusetts$72510% 31Wisconsin$72219% 32Michigan$71928% 33Colorado$70327% 34North Dakota$70012% 35Alabama$69123% 36Arizona$68529% 37New Jersey$66915% 38Kentucky$66223% 39South Carolina$65722% 40Oregon$6435% 41Ohio$63518% 42Iowa$62423% 43Washington, D.C.$6188% 44Rhode Island$58923% 45Hawaii$58311% 46Indiana$55829% 47Minnesota$55623% 48Idaho$53710% 49Virginia$51422% 50New Hampshire$49132% 51Maryland$48016% U.S. Average$75221% Vermont residents face the steepest monthly premiums, averaging $1,224 in 2026. Going further, Vermonters spend 19.6% of their income on healthcare, more than double the U.S. average of 7.9%. Driving up premiums are higher hospital costs, years of underfunding, and a high volume of emergency room visits due to a lack of options. Wyoming and West Virginia follow next in line, with average monthly premiums of $1,119 and $1,093, respectively. Both states also saw double-digit increases in annual premiums. Overall, Arkansas premiums climbed 65% annually, the fastest rate in the country. Meanwhile, Alaska is the sole state to see premiums decline over the year. At the lowest end of the spectrum is Maryland, with $480 in average premiums. Also ranking at the bottom are New Hampshire ($491), Virgina ($514), and Idaho ($537). Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on America’s most expensive drugs.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Jobs Most Exposed to Generative AI, According to Microsoft 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 Language-heavy and information-based roles rank as the most exposed to generative AI, according to Microsoft’s recent research. Interpreters, historians, writers, and customer service roles show the highest AI applicability scores. Exposure does not equal replacement, and many roles are more likely to be augmented with AI. As generative AI tools become more capable, an increasing number of tasks across various occupations are becoming subject to AI automation. To better understand this shift, Microsoft Research analyzed the applicability of AI to real-world tasks by studying over 200,000 anonymized conversations with Microsoft Bing Copilot from January to September 2024. This infographic ranks the 40 jobs most exposed to AI, based on Microsoft’s analysis of how frequently AI is used for job-related tasks, how successfully it completes them, and how applicable AI is to each role overall. How Microsoft Measured AI Exposure Microsoft assessed AI exposure using three indicators derived from Copilot usage: Coverage: How frequently tasks associated with a job appear in Copilot conversations Completion: How often Copilot successfully completes those tasks Overall AI Applicability Score: A combined measure of how suitable AI is for supporting or performing tasks in a given role Importantly, a high applicability score does not necessarily imply that a job can be fully automated or displaced. Instead, it shows that a large share of the tasks within a job role can be assisted or successfully completed by generative AI. Which Jobs Are Most Exposed to AI? Jobs with high AI applicability scores tend to cover areas where generative AI already performs well, including language processing, research, summarization, and communication. The table below ranks the 40 jobs most exposed to AI, based on Microsoft’s analysis: RankJob TitleTask Coverage ScoreTask Completion ScoreOverall AI Applicability Score 1Interpreters and Translators0.980.880.49 2Historians0.910.850.48 3Passenger Attendants0.800.880.47 4Sales Representatives of Services0.840.900.46 5Writers and Authors0.850.840.45 6CNC Tool Programmers0.900.870.44 7Customer Service Representatives0.720.900.44 8Telephone Operators0.800.860.42 9Farm and Home Management Educators0.770.910.41 10Broadcast Announcers and Radio DJs0.740.840.41 11Brokerage Clerks0.740.890.41 12Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks0.710.900.41 13Concierges0.700.880.40 14Telemarketers0.660.890.40 15Mathematicians0.910.740.39 16Political Scientists0.770.870.39 17News Analysts, Reporters, Journalists0.810.810.39 18Proofreaders and Copy Markers0.910.860.38 19Technical Writers0.830.820.38 20Business Teachers, Postsecondary0.700.900.37 21Editors0.780.820.37 22Hosts and Hostesses0.600.900.37 23Statistical Assistants0.850.840.36 24New Accounts Clerks0.720.870.36 25Demonstrators and Product Promoters0.640.880.36 26Advertising Sales Agents0.660.900.36 27Data Scientists0.770.860.36 28Public Relations Specialists0.630.900.36 29Counter and Rental Clerks0.620.900.36 30Geographers0.770.830.35 31Models0.640.890.35 32Archivists0.660.880.35 33Economics Teachers, Postsecondary0.680.900.35 34Switchboard Operators0.680.860.35 35Web Developers0.730.860.35 36Public Safety Telecommunicators0.660.880.35 37Personal Financial Advisors0.690.880.35 38Management Analysts0.680.900.35 39Market Research Analysts0.710.900.35 40Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary0.650.900.34 For interpreters and translators, the coverage score of 0.98 shows that tasks related to these roles appear very frequently in Copilot conversations, while the high completion score of 0.88 indicates that AI can successfully handle many of them. As a result, these roles have the highest overall AI applicability score, at 0.49. Historians and writing-related roles also appear near the top of the ranking. Similarly, AI chat systems already handle many of the tasks seen in customer-facing roles such as sales representatives, customer service agents, telemarketers, and concierges. While creative and communication-based jobs dominate the top of the list, technical roles like data scientists, web developers, management analysts, and market research analysts also show moderate to high AI applicability. Interestingly, across all 40 of the most-exposed jobs, the completion score averages 0.87—showing that AI (in this case, Copilot) is capable of successfully completing most tasks that are assigned to it in conversations. AI Exposure Doesn’t Mean Job Elimination Many of the most exposed jobs involve judgment, creativity, or human interaction, where AI functions as a complement rather than a substitute. In practice, generative AI is more likely to increase the productivity of each worker rather than eliminate entire roles. That said, jobs with repetitive and standardized tasks may see faster transformation as AI tools become more ingrained in daily work. By contrast, roles that require physical effort and on-the-spot human judgment, including machine operators, repair workers, and caregivers, remain far less exposed to AI, since these tasks are still difficult to automate. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you found this analysis useful, explore more insights on automation, labor markets, and technology on Voronoi, including How People Use Generative AI.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Ranked: The World’s Biggest Risks Today vs. in 10 Years 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 Geoeconomic confrontation is the most pressing short-term global risk, according to a World Economic Forum’s Global Risk Report 2026, a survey of more than 1,300 experts. Extreme weather is expected to be the top global risk over the next decade, as climate disasters grow more frequent and severe. From U.S.–China tensions to conflict in the Middle East, geopolitical instability is rising. These pressures are reshaping global risk priorities across both the short and long term. Not only are they straining trade, investment, and supply chains, they are rewriting national security strategies. This graphic shows the leading global risks both now and in 10 years, based on the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2026 which surveys more than 1,300 global experts and policymakers. Ranked: The Top 10 Short-Term Risks According to the report, here are most severe risks facing the global economy in the next two years. RankShort-Term Risks (2 Years)Risk Category 1Geoeconomic confrontationGeopolitical 2Misinformation and disinformationTechnological 3Societal polarizationSocietal 4Extreme weather eventsEnvironmental 5State-based armed conflictGeopolitical 6Cyber insecurityTechnological 7InequalitySocietal 8Erosion of human rights and/or civic freedomsSocietal 9PollutionEnvironmental 10Involuntary migration or displacementSocietal Geoeconomic confrontation ranks as the top risk, jumping from ninth-spot last year. Following next in line is misinformation and disinformation, which interconnects with risks including societal polarization and adverse outcomes of AI technologies. As AI agents become better at mimicking human behavior, they can increasingly be used to shape—or distort—public opinion. Ranking in third is societal polarization, further threatening democratic stability. In the U.S., for instance, 11% of the population identified as far-right in 2025 while 9% were far-left. Additionally, several European countries showed even higher degrees of polarization. The Biggest Global Risks in the Next Decade As the table below shows, extreme weather events are the most severe risk over the next 10 years. RankLong-Term Risks (10-Years)Risk Category 1Extreme weather eventsEnvironmental 2Biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapseEnvironmental 3Critical change to Earth systemsEnvironmental 4Misinformation and disinformationTechnological 5Adverse outcomes of AI technologiesTechnological 6Natural resource shortagesEnvironmental 7InequalitySocietal 8Cyber insecurityTechnological 9Societal polarizationSocietal 10PollutionEnvironmental In 2025 alone, the U.S. saw 23 billion-dollar disasters, causing a combined $115 billion in damages. From droughts and wildfires to floods and heat waves, extreme weather displaced millions of people worldwide last year. Overall, five of the top 10 long-term risks are environmental, including critical change to Earth systems and natural resource shortages. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the world’d biggest corporate polluters.

Published 2 hours ago on February 5, 2026 By Ryan Bellefontaine Article & Editing Niccolo Conte Graphics & Design Amy Kuo Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. The World’s Strongest Hospital Brands in 2026 Key Takeaways Johns Hopkins Medicine ranks first on Brand Strength for the second year in a row. Canada’s University Health Network leads the Care category among the top 25. Germany’s Charité posts the top Research category score in the top 25 hospitals. Brand value is not just a corporate concern. Health systems compete globally for talent, research funding, referrals, and patient trust. But which hospital leads on this metric? This graphic ranks academic medical centers using Brand Finance’s 2026 Global Top 250 Hospitals report. Hospitals are scored using a Brand Strength Index built from a survey of 2,500 healthcare professionals and 30+ metrics across 500+ AMCs. Who Tops the 2026 List Here is a table showing the top 25 placements for this years Brand Strength Index. RankHospitalCountryBrand Strength IndexCare ScoreResearch Score 1Johns Hopkins Medicine United States83.377.781.0 2Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust United Kingdom82.072.182.8 3Stanford University Medical Center United States81.573.977.8 4Mass General Brigham United States80.874.576.3 5Mayo Clinic Health System United States80.674.875.3 6All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi India79.976.179.4 7University Health Network Canada79.386.682.8 8Cleveland Clinic United States79.272.774.3 9Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust United Kingdom78.570.683.0 10Singapore General Hospital Singapore77.983.780.5 11Dana-Farber Cancer Institute United States77.872.780.0 12King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center Saudi Arabia77.776.579.0 13Tata Memorial Centre India77.078.480.6 14National University Health System Singapore76.978.980.9 15University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center United States76.872.671.6 16MD Anderson Cancer Center United States76.873.579.0 17University Hospital of Zurich Switzerland76.779.179.3 18The University of Tokyo Hospital Japan75.672.287.1 19Charité Germany75.577.488.5 20Duke University Hospital United States75.269.674.7 21Mount Sinai Health System United States75.270.768.9 22Kyoto University Hospital Japan75.273.183.5 23Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates74.776.665.2 24Yale New Haven Health System United States74.269.767.8 25Groote Schuur Hospital South Africa74.178.986.6 The 2026 top spot goes to Johns Hopkins Medicine, followed by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Stanford University Medical Center.  In Brand Finance’s framework, these organizations pair strong clinical reputations with the visibility that comes from education, research output, and high impact specialties. In the Care category, University Health Network stands out, posting the highest Care score in the top 25 at 86.6. Meanwhile, in the research category, Charité leads the category with a Research score of 88.5, followed closely by The University of Tokyo Hospital at 87.1. A Global Top 25 With North America Still Dominant North America supplies 12 of the top 25, including 11 from the United States plus one from Canada. That depth extends beyond the top tier. Still, the list is far from monolithic. The United Kingdom places two hospitals in the top 10, while Asia is represented by Singapore General Hospital at number 10 and Japan’s University of Tokyo Hospital at number 18. Furthermore, several of the biggest year over year climbers are also outside the U.S. Cambridge University Hospitals rises nine positions to number nine, and King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Saudi Arabia moves up to number 12. Additionally, the Gulf’s presence is reinforced by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi at number 23. Why Brand Strength Matters in Healthcare Peer recommendations guide healthcare professionals, so brand strength boosts trust, talent recruitment, and credibility with insurers and regulators. Consequently, for hospital leaders, reputation is measurable, and global visibility is increasingly part of the competitive set. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on investment peaks by industry. The data for this visualization was sourced from Global Top 250 Hospitals 2025 Report, a publication by one of our data partners, Brand Finance. Our data partnerships are commercial agreements that may or may not include compensation, and partners are not involved with our editorial or graphical processes in any capacity. 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