See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: U.S. States With the Highest Diabetes Rates 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 West Virginia has the highest diabetes prevalence in the U.S., with 15% of adults diagnosed. Vermont reports the lowest rate at 7.7%, nearly half the level of the highest states. Many Southern states report rates well above the national average of 10.3%. West Virginia has the highest diabetes prevalence in the U.S., with 15% of adults diagnosed, according to the latest data from the CDC. The map above shows how diabetes rates compare across all 50 states using the CDC U.S. Diabetes Surveillance System for 2023. Several Southern states rank among the highest in the country, while parts of the Mountain West and New England report some of the lowest prevalence levels. The South Has the Highest Diabetes Rates Many of the states with the highest diabetes prevalence are located in the U.S. South. West Virginia leads the nation, with 15% of adults diagnosed with diabetes, followed by Mississippi (14.7%) and Louisiana (14.5%). Other Southern states—including Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, and South Carolina—also report rates well above the national average. These patterns are often linked to higher rates of obesity, lower physical activity levels, and socioeconomic disparities. StatePercentage (%) West Virginia15.0% Mississippi14.7% Louisiana14.5% Alabama13.7% Arkansas13.0% Tennessee12.7% South Carolina12.6% Texas12.0% Indiana11.5% Georgia11.4% Ohio11.3% Delaware11.1% Oklahoma11.1% Illinois10.8% Maryland10.8% North Carolina10.8% Michigan10.7% New Mexico10.7% Missouri10.6% Nevada10.6% California10.5% South Dakota10.5% Median of States10.3% Kansas10.3% Virginia10.3% Florida10.0% Rhode Island10.0% Arizona9.8% Iowa9.8% Nebraska9.6% Hawaii9.5% Oregon9.5% Wisconsin9.4% Wyoming9.4% Minnesota9.3% New York9.3% New Jersey9.1% Maine8.9% North Dakota8.8% Idaho8.7% Washington8.6% Massachusetts8.5% Alaska8.3% Connecticut8.3% District of Columbia8.2% Colorado8.0% Utah8.0% Montana7.9% New Hampshire7.9% Vermont7.7% KentuckyNo data PennsylvaniaNo data Texas also ranks among the higher-prevalence states, with 12% of adults diagnosed with diabetes. Most States Cluster Near the National Average Despite large differences at the extremes, many states fall close to the U.S. average of 10.3%. States such as Kansas and Virginia sit almost exactly at this level. Several populous states—including California, Illinois, and North Carolina—also report prevalence rates slightly above the national average. This clustering suggests that while regional trends exist, diabetes remains a widespread health challenge across the entire country. Public health initiatives focusing on prevention, early screening, and lifestyle changes remain central to reducing these rates. Lower Rates in the Mountain West and New England Some of the lowest diabetes prevalence rates appear in the Mountain West and parts of New England. Vermont reports the lowest rate at 7.7%, followed by Montana and New Hampshire at 7.9%. Colorado and Utah also report relatively low rates at around 8%, while several Northeastern states—including Massachusetts and Connecticut—remain below the national average. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapped: Alcohol Spending Per Capita, by U.S. State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Countries Producing the Most Geothermal Power See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The U.S. produces the most geothermal power globally, with 3,734 MW of installed capacity. Indonesia and the Philippines rank second and third, highlighting Asia’s strong geothermal resources. Most leading geothermal producers sit along volcanic and tectonic zones, especially around the Pacific Ring of Fire. Electricity demand is rising as artificial intelligence, manufacturing reshoring, and electrification drive new power needs worldwide. That is putting renewed focus on geothermal power, a renewable energy source that can run around the clock. Unlike solar or wind, geothermal plants generate electricity using heat from beneath the Earth’s surface, making them a reliable source of always-on clean power. This treemap visualization ranks countries by installed geothermal power capacity, based on data from Global Energy Monitor, showing where this underground energy resource is most developed today. Geothermal Power By Country Dive into the data, which considered geothermal sites with one megawatt of operating capacity or more, below: RankCountryOperating Capacity (MW) 1 United States3,734 2 Indonesia2,432 3 Philippines1,937 4 Türkiye1,726 5 New Zealand1,377 6 Mexico941 7 Italy834 8 Kenya817 9 Iceland779 10 Japan618 11 Costa Rica253 12 El Salvador211 13 Nicaragua159 14 Chile81 15 Russia50 16 Guatemala46 17 Croatia36 18 Honduras35 19 Papua New Guinea30 20 Portugal24 21 Germany19 22 Guadeloupe15 23 Taiwan5 24 Canada5 25 Iran5 26 Hungary3 27 France2 The U.S. dominates geothermal production with a capacity of 3,734 megawatts, topping the next largest producer by 1,300 megawatts. That said, Asia as a region leads in production. While sitting in second and third place, Indonesia and the Philippines surpass the U.S. when counted together, at 2,432 and 1,937 megawatts, respectively. Their position on the “Ring of Fire,” where three tectonic plates collide and create volcanic activity, means they have vast geothermal potential. The Americas also sit on major geothermal resources, though many fields remain underdeveloped. Some countries have developed their resources more quickly. Mexico ranks sixth globally with 941 MW of capacity. Italy, the home of geothermal, and Iceland are Europe’s biggest producers at 834 megawatts and 779 megawatts respectively. Though Europe leads on renewables more broadly, geothermal is physically limited to these few volcanic countries. Iceland has a large capacity relative to its population and has one of the more developed geothermal industries globally, heating around 85% of houses in the country. Kenya is the only African country to make the list, with its 817 megawatts of power capacity. Appetite to exploit geothermal in the Great Rift Valley, a tectonic trench spanning several countries on the continent, has increased in recent years but the industry remains young. The Growing Potential of Geothermal Globally, geothermal makes up just 1% of global electricity demand, but more and more sites are becoming viable thanks to advances in technology. Existing geothermal plants harness energy from sites with highly permeable rocks, often under a thin layer of crust, making it easier to extract. Newer techniques, known as enhanced geothermal, include fracturing rock to unlock heat and push it to the surface by using a fluid. Next generation geothermal could account for 15% of global electricity demand growth to 2050, per the IEA. As re-shoring industries and the build out of AI continues at pace, the availability of energy will dictate where manufacturing hubs emerge. Geothermal can operate 24-hours a day, seven days a week, making it particularly compelling as a base load power that is currently serviced by fossil fuels. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more energy, check out this graphic which charts which countries generate the most electricity.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: The States With the Most U.S. Military Bases 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 There are 335 domestic military installations in the United States. Over a third of these facilities are housed in just six states: California, Virginia, Texas, Florida, Maryland, and New York. North Carolina is home to Fort Bragg, one of the world’s largest military bases. The United States operates 335 military installations across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., forming the domestic backbone of the world’s largest military force. This map shows how those bases are distributed across the country, revealing which states host the most U.S. military infrastructure. California leads the nation with 34 installations, while just six states account for more than one-third of all bases nationwide. Data comes from Military OneSource (2026). California and the San Diego Hub As the largest state in the country, California unsurprisingly hosts the most military installations (34) of the country, with close to 10% of all official U.S. bases being located in the state. San Diego County, in the southwestern corner of the state, houses 16 such installations for different military branches such as the U.S. Navy and the Coast Guard, as well as the U.S. Marine Corps’ major West Coast base at Camp Pendleton. StateNumber of Military Bases California34 Virginia23 Texas19 Florida17 Maryland13 Georgia12 New York12 North Carolina9 Washington9 Alabama8 Arizona8 Illinois8 Ohio8 Oklahoma8 Pennsylvania8 Colorado7 Kentucky7 Mississippi7 New Jersey7 South Carolina7 Alaska6 Tennessee6 Kansas5 Louisiana5 Massachusetts5 Michigan5 Missouri5 Nevada5 New Mexico5 Arkansas4 Hawaii4 Indiana4 Utah4 Wisconsin4 DC3 Maine3 Minnesota3 North Dakota3 Oregon3 Connecticut2 Delaware2 Idaho2 Iowa2 Montana2 Nebraska2 Rhode Island2 South Dakota2 West Virginia2 Wyoming2 New Hampshire1 Vermont1 The Pacific Fleet of the U.S. Navy, while formally headquartered in Hawaii’s famous Pearl Harbor facility, also has as its principal homeport the Naval Base San Diego, which is the world’s second-largest surface ship naval base behind only Virginia’s Naval Station Norfolk. North Carolina’s Bragg Controversy Across the country, the far smaller state of North Carolina houses nine of its own military installations, with the most prominent being Fort Bragg. With over 50,000 soldiers of the U.S. Army, Fort Bragg is one of the world’s largest and most populous military bases. Fort Bragg was established in 1918 during the First World War and was initially named after Braxton Bragg, a Confederate general. In 2023, the base was renamed Fort Liberty owing to controversy surrounding the legacy of Confederate military leaders. By 2025, however, the fort reverted to its original name, this time in honor of Roland Bragg, an Army paratrooper who took part in the Second World War. The various name changes were estimated to have cost the U.S. Department of Defense upwards of $12-14 million. Different Branches in Different States Across the United States, different branches of the military are concentrated in different states based around geographic and strategic needs. Colorado (7), for example, hosts three different Space Force bases, while to a lesser extent Nevada (5) serves as a hub for the U.S. Air Force. Some bases even have highly specialized missions. One of Georgia’s 12 military installations, for example, is the Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, which sits on the state border with Florida. This base serves as home port for the U.S. Atlantic Fleet’s ballistic missile nuclear submarines, a core component of U.S. international power projection. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out How Much Land does the U.S. Military Control in Each State? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Mapped: Where Wild Bison Now Roam Across Europe This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The European bison went extinct in the wild in 1927 after centuries of hunting and habitat loss. Today, reintroduction programs have established dozens of wild and semi-wild herds across Europe. The largest population lives in Poland’s Białowieża Forest, home to roughly 779 animals. Once roaming widely across Europe, the European bison, also known as the wisent, nearly vanished entirely due to centuries of hunting and habitat loss. By the early 1900s, the species had been driven to extinction in the wild. Today, however, conservationists are witnessing a remarkable comeback. Using the latest data from Białowieski Park Narodowy and visualized by The European Correspondent, the map above shows where free and semi-free bison populations now roam across Europe. Europe: Home Again to the Wild Bison Below is a look at the locations and herd sizes of European bison populations across the continent. CountryLocationIndividual Bison AzerbadijanSahdag national park20 BelarusAll locations2385 BulgariaNanovitsa12 BulgariaVoden55 Czech republicMolovice43 Czech republicRokycany3 Czech republicZidlov41 DenmarkBornholm10 DenmarkLille Vildmose11 FranceRéserve Biologique des Monts d'Azur51 GermanyBad Berleburg24 GermanyDöberitzer Heide100 Hungary0 Austria0 Italy0 LatviaLake Pape8 LithuaniaDzukija Region31 LithuaniaPanevezys and Kedainiai districts225 Moldova0 NetherlandsKraansvlak14 PolandBieszczady729 PolandLasy Janowskie9 PolandPuszcza Augustowska20 PolandPuszcza Bialowieska779 PolandPuszcza Borecka125 PolandPuszcza Knyszynska212 PolandPuszcza Romincka9 PolandStada w zachodniej polsce340 Portugal0 RomaniaArmenis102 RomaniaFagaras Mountains6 RomaniaNeagra Bucsani30 RomaniaPoieni4 RomaniaVanatori Neamt5 RomaniaVanatori Neamt50 Serbia0 SlovakiaNarodny Park Poloniny54 SpainEncinarejo17 SpainLa Serreta25 SpainVillaribia de los Ojos12 Sweden0 Switzerland0 UkraineBeregometske35 UkraineKhmilnytske107 UkraineKonotopske64 UkraineStorozhynetske13 UkraineStorozhynetske27 UkraineStyr84 UkraineZvirivske19 UkraineMaidan Myslyvskyi12 UkraineSkole Beskids39 UkraineZalissia21 United Kingdom0 Eastern Europe clearly dominates the map, with Poland, Belarus, and surrounding countries hosting the largest herds. The single biggest group lives in Poland’s Białowieża Forest with roughly 779 animals, making it one of the most important strongholds for the species. What Happened to Europe’s Original Wild Bison? The European bison once roamed forests and grasslands across nearly the entire continent. However, centuries of deforestation, agricultural expansion, and hunting drastically reduced their range. By 1927, the last wild European bison had been killed. The species survived only in zoos and private reserves, leaving conservationists with just a handful of individuals to rebuild the population. All modern European bison descend from a small captive group of only about a dozen founders. This bottleneck created genetic challenges that conservationists still manage today. The Conservation Effort That Brought Them Back The species’ survival is largely thanks to coordinated international conservation efforts. Breeding programs began in captivity during the 1920s before animals were gradually reintroduced into protected landscapes. Organizations such as Rewilding Europe have since helped restore herds in multiple regions, from the Carpathian Mountains to parts of Western Europe. Reintroductions often occur in large forest ecosystems where human disturbance is limited. Countries leading bison recovery efforts include: Poland: Home to the largest population and the historic Białowieża Forest herd Romania: Expanding rewilding programs in the Southern Carpathians Belarus: Hosting several large established populations Germany and the Netherlands: Smaller but symbolically important reintroductions These programs often work in tandem with protected areas. In fact, Europe has significantly expanded conservation zones in recent decades, with countries like Poland having a large share of protected land. Where Could Bison Expand Next? While populations remain concentrated in Eastern Europe, conservationists believe the continent could support far more bison than exist today. Large wilderness corridors—particularly in the Carpathians, Balkans, and parts of Scandinavia—offer suitable habitats for expansion. Even Western Europe is experimenting with smaller rewilding projects. For example, bison now graze in coastal dunes near Amsterdam in the Netherlands, while Spain reintroduced a small herd in the Encinares region in 2020. If these projects continue to succeed, the European bison’s story could become one of the continent’s most notable wildlife recoveries, offering proof that even species pushed to the brink can return with sustained conservation efforts. Learn More on the Voronoi App Explore how conservation projects are helping restore wildlife populations across the continent in Some Wildlife Conservation Efforts Are Working in Europe, available on the Voronoi app.

Charted: China’s Population Is Rapidly Aging (1950–2100) This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways China’s population has shifted from one of the world’s youngest in 1950 to one projected to be heavily skewed toward seniors by 2100. Falling fertility and the one-child policy accelerated China’s demographic aging before it reached high-income status. Beijing is trying to reverse record-low birth rates with subsidies, tax breaks, and pro-natalist messaging. China’s population is aging at a historic pace. The visualization above, created by Oscar Leo of DataCanvas using data from the UN World Population Prospects 2024, shows how the country’s age distribution has shifted from 1950 and how it is projected to change through 2100. In 1950, nearly a quarter of China’s population (24.5%) was aged 0–9. By 2024, that share has fallen to just 9.9%, and by 2100 it’s projected to shrink to 5%. Meanwhile, the population aged 80+ is expected to surge. From Baby Boom to Birth Drought In the mid-20th century, China was a young nation. High fertility rates, exceeding six births per woman in the 1950s, produced a broad-based population pyramid. The table below divides China’s population into three buckets—youth, working-age, and seniors—and shows how dramatically that balance is projected to shift over the 21st century. Year Total (Under-15s)Share (Under-15s)Total (15-64 years)Share (15-64 years)Total (65+ years)Share (65+ years) 195018926886534.8%32734108560.2%274338775.0% 196026410686440.3%36472597755.7%259687674.0% 197033585331640.8%45692889355.5%305265733.7% 198035489152436.1%58505900959.5%432128384.4% 199033220716428.8%75971474765.9%616600675.3% 200031160722724.5%86888139668.4%890879717.0% 201024968814318.5%98480824872.9%1170533428.7% 202025605503018.0%98971655869.4%18029984912.6% 203016974108312.1%97197821169.5%25636096518.3% 20401259015729.4%85947595364.0%35728613226.6% 20501253208289.9%74529085859.2%38929177630.9% 2060991803768.7%61313530254.1%42206494437.2% 2070758181577.6%52442873152.6%39661135039.8% 2080728822168.4%40513670446.7%38997752644.9% 2090623581048.4%33072329544.7%34753104646.9% 2100496319177.9%29347675346.6%28600896145.5% The introduction of the one-child policy in 1980 abruptly changed the country’s demographic trajectory. Intended to curb runaway population growth, the policy accelerated fertility decline well below the replacement rate of 2.1 children per woman. Even after the policy was scrapped in 2015, births continued to fall. China’s population declined for the third straight year in 2025, with new births hitting record lows. Growing Old Before Growing Rich Unlike many Western economies, China’s fertility rate fell to ultra-low levels before the country became fully developed. This means it is aging rapidly without the same per capita wealth cushion seen in places like Japan or Germany. By 2100, projections show that nearly 40% of China’s population could be aged 60 or older. The working-age population will shrink, while retirees expand, which is a dynamic that raises concerns about labor shortages, pension sustainability, and slower economic growth. Can Policy Reverse the Trend? Projections are not predictions. They assume current fertility, mortality, and migration patterns continue, and Beijing is working hard to shift those patterns. In recent years, authorities have rolled out subsidies for parents, tax breaks, housing incentives, and even framed childbirth as a “national duty”. Yet so far, financial incentives have struggled to overcome structural forces: high housing costs, competitive education, urbanization, and shifting social norms. Whether China can meaningfully alter its demographic course remains uncertain. What is clear from the data, however, is that the country’s age structure in 2100 will look radically different from the youthful nation it was in 1950.

Published 39 minutes ago on March 7, 2026 By Cody Good Graphics & Design Zack Aboulazm Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Dubai Future Forum Beyond the Atmosphere: Exploring Space and Humanity’s Future Key Takeaways Commercial firms have become the leaders in exploring space by conducting 70% of global spacecraft launches in 2024. Launch costs have fallen dramatically and may decline another 95%, making exploring space more accessible than ever. The space economy is projected to exceed $1 trillion by 2032. Exploring space, that final frontier, has become a unifying goal as nations collaborate to extend beyond Earth. A new wave of commercial players and national space programmes are expanding access and reshaping exploration and governance alike In partnership with Dubai Future Forum, the world’s largest gathering of futurists taking place every November in Dubai, this graphic shows how exploration, investment, and innovation are converging to transform our understanding of space. It’s one of four dimensions—Ocean, Mind, Space, and Land—within the Dubai Future Forum’s larger theme, Exploring the Unknown. The data comes from these sources: World Population Review Citigroup BryceTech Government and Commercial Space Organization Websites Space Foundation The Global 50 Report by Dubai Future Foundation. Global Citizens, Galactic Pathways As of 2024, only three countries have the capabilities of independent human spaceflight: China, Russia, and the United states. However, the number of countries with interplanetary probe capabilities has grown to eight, including the UAE Space Agency (UAESA) which successfully launched the Mars Hope Probe in 2020.To see how this breaks down, here is a table of National Space Programmes around the world: CountryHuman Space FlightInterplanetary Probe CapabilitySpace Programme Acronym United StatesYesYesNASA, USSF ChinaYesYesCNSA RussiaYesYesROSCOSMOS IndiaYesISRO PakistanYesSUPARCO JapanYesJAXA South KoreaYesKARI, KASI United Arab EmiratesYesUAESA BrazilAEB IranISA United KingdomUKSA FranceCNES ItalyASI ArgentinaCONAE CanadaCSA/ASC UkraineSSAU PolandPOLSA AustraliaASA and NSP SwedenSNSA IsraelISA New ZealandNZSA IndonesiaLAPAN NigeriaNASRDA BangladeshSPARRSO EthiopiaESSTI MexicoAEM EgyptEgSA, NARSS, EASRT-RSC PhilippinesPhilSA VietnamTTVTVN or VNSC, VAST-VNSC TurkeyTUA GermanyDLR ThailandGISTDA South AfricaSANSA KenyaKSA ColombiaCCE SpainAEE AlgeriaASAL AngolaGGPEN MoroccoCRTS MalaysiaMYSA GhanaGSSTI PeruCONIDA Saudi ArabiaSSA VenezuelaABAE North KoreaNATA TaiwanTASA KazakhstanKazCosmos ChileCSA RomaniaASR, ROSA NetherlandsSRON RwandaRSA TunisiaCNCT AzerbaijanAzercosmos GreeceHSC HungaryHSO AustriaASAL SwitzerlandSSO TurkmenistanTNSA ParaguayAEP BulgariaSRI-BAS, STIL-BAS DenmarkDNSC, DTU Space SingaporeCRISP NorwayNRS NSC MongoliaNRSC LithuaniaLSA BahrainBSA UzbekistanUzbekspace agency SyriaSSA BoliviaABE BelgiumBIRA, IASB, BISA PortugalPTSPACE BelarusBSA El SalvadorESAI Costa RicaAEC LuxembourgLSA Even as the number of national programmes continues to grow, commercial firms now operate 70% of all spacecraft launches into orbit.As a result, launch costs are 40x cheaper than the 1980s and are expected to fall by an additional 95% in the future. Space Stations of the Future With the International Space Station (ISS) nearing retirement after decades of service, the future looks far more commercial. Here is a table that shows the expected timelines for announced space stations: NameFlagEntityProgramLaunch Date International Space StationUSNASA, RosCosmos, ESA, CSA, JAXAGovernment1998 Tiangong Space StationChinaCMSAGovernment2021 Haven-1USVastCommercial2026 Axiom StationUSAxiom SpaceCommercial2027 Lunar GatewayUSGovernment2027 Orbital ReefUSBlue Origin, Sierra SpaceCommercial2027 Russian Orbital Service StationRussiaRoscosmosGovernment2027 Bharatiya Antariksh StationIndiaISROGovernment2028 StarlabUSNanoRacks, Voyager Space, Airbus, MDA Space, MitsubishiCommercial2029 Haven-2USVastCommercial2028 Lunar Orbital StationRussiaRoscosmosGovernment2028 Artificial Gravity StationUSVastCommercial2035 The new generation of space stations signals not just a change in leadership, but the dawn of a new space economy. The Trillion-Dollar Space Economy Space is emerging as one of the fastest growing economic frontiers. By 2032, commercial enterprises will push the value of the space economy beyond $1 trillion by 2032 For a clearer comparison, here is a table comparing commercial to government space budgets in 2024: SectorValue ($ Billions) Commercial Space Products and Services343 Commercial Infrastructure and Support Industries137 U.S. Government Space Budgets77 Non-U.S Government Space Budgets55 Global Space Economy, 2024$613 Billion Commercial budgets currently far exceed government, with commercial space products and services ($343 billion) leading the way. Looking Ahead: The Future of Space The future of space is being fueled by innovations in biohacking, dark energy, and advanced network integration. To continue exploring the space and its biggest emerging opportunities shaping the future, read the Dubai Future Foundation’s Global 50 report. Learn more about the Dubai Future Forum. 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See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Best-Selling Vehicle 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 The Ford F-Series is the best-selling vehicle in 29 U.S. states, dominating much of the South and Midwest. Tesla’s Model Y leads in California, Nevada, and Washington, reflecting strong EV adoption on the West Coast. Pickup trucks dominate much of America’s auto market. This map shows the best-selling vehicle in every U.S. state based on 2025 registrations. While the Ford F-Series leads across most of the country, a few states break from the pattern. In California and parts of the West Coast, the Tesla Model Y tops the rankings, highlighting the growing influence of electric vehicles. The data for this visualization comes from Edmunds, based on 2025 new vehicle registration data. Logos on the map represent the top-selling model in each state. Notably, the Ford F-Series grouping includes multiple models such as the F-150, F-250, F-350, and F-450. Why Pickup Trucks Still Dominate America The Ford F-Series remains America’s best-selling vehicle overall and leads in 29 states. It tops the list across much of the South, Midwest, and Mountain West—including Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Wyoming. Its dominance reflects the continued strength of full-size pickup trucks, particularly in states with large rural populations, construction industries, and strong truck culture. The Chevrolet Silverado also performs strongly in several states, including Indiana, Iowa, and Minnesota. StateBest-Selling Car (2025) AlabamaFord F-Series AlaskaFord F-Series ArizonaFord F-Series ArkansasFord F-Series CaliforniaTesla Model Y ColoradoFord F-Series ConnecticutToyota RAV4 DelawareFord F-Series FloridaFord F-Series GeorgiaFord F-Series HawaiiToyota Tacoma IdahoFord F-Series IllinoisHonda CR-V IndianaChevrolet Silverado IowaChevrolet Silverado KansasFord F-Series KentuckyChevrolet Silverado LouisianaFord F-Series MaineFord F-Series MarylandToyota RAV4 MassachusettsToyota RAV4 MichiganChevrolet Equinox MinnesotaChevrolet Silverado MississippiFord F-Series MissouriFord F-Series MontanaFord F-Series NebraskaFord F-Series NevadaTesla Model Y New HampshireFord F-Series New JerseyHonda CR-V New MexicoFord F-Series New YorkHonda CR-V North CarolinaFord F-Series North DakotaFord F-Series OhioHonda CR-V OklahomaFord F-Series OregonToyota RAV4 PennsylvaniaHonda CR-V Rhode IslandToyota RAV4 South CarolinaFord F-Series South DakotaFord F-Series TennesseeFord F-Series TexasFord F-Series UtahFord F-Series VermontFord F-Series VirginiaHonda CR-V WashingtonTesla Model Y West VirginiaChevrolet Silverado WisconsinFord F-Series WyomingFord F-Series District of ColumbiaToyota RAV4 Why Tesla Leads on the West Coast California stands apart. The Tesla Model Y is the state’s best-selling vehicle, reflecting the rapid adoption of electric vehicles on the West Coast. About 25% of U.S. retail registrations are electrified vehicles, but that figure climbs to nearly 50% in California. Nevada and Washington also list the Tesla Model Y as their top seller, signaling broader EV momentum on the West Coast. SUVs Lead in Urban and Coastal States Compact SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V dominate in several Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. The RAV4 leads in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Rhode Island, and the District of Columbia. Meanwhile, the Honda CR-V tops states such as Illinois, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. These models offer fuel efficiency, practicality, and versatility—key factors in densely populated regions. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Average Weekly Grocery Bill by U.S. State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Ranked: The Hardest U.S. Colleges to Get Into This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Caltech ranks as the hardest U.S. college to get into, with a 3% acceptance rate. All eight Ivy League schools appear among the 30 lowest acceptance rates. More than 30 top U.S. colleges now admit fewer than 1 in 10 applicants. Getting into America’s most selective colleges has become increasingly competitive. This ranking shows the 30 U.S. institutions with the lowest admit rates, highlighting where applicants face the steepest odds. Caltech tops the list with a 3% admit rate, while several elite universities—including Harvard, Stanford, and Yale—accept roughly 4% of applicants. This graphic, created by Julie Peasley using data from U.S. News & World Report, ranks 30 American colleges and universities by their acceptance rates. America’s Most Selective Colleges Below is the full ranking of U.S. colleges admitting the smallest share of applicants. Educational InstitutionAcceptance Rate California Institute Of Technology (Caltech)3% Columbia University4% Harvard University4% Stanford University4% University of Chicago4% Yale University4% Brown University5% Curtis Institute of Music5% Dartmouth College5% Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)5% Northeastern University5% Princeton University5% University of Pennsylvania5% Duke University6% Johns Hopkins University6% Vanderbilt University6% Bowdoin College7% Colby College7% Pomona College7% Swarthmore College7% Cornell University8% Northwestern University8% Rice University8% Williams College8% Amherst College9% Barnard College9% Juilliard School9% New York University9% United States Naval Academy9% University of California, Los Angeles9% Caltech stands alone at 3%, while a cluster of elite schools—including Yale, Harvard, Stanford, and Columbia—hover around 4%. Across the ranking, every institution admits fewer than one in ten applicants. Caltech: Small Size, Massive Demand Although all eight Ivy League schools appear in the ranking, the most selective college in America isn’t an Ivy—it’s the California Institute of Technology. With an acceptance rate of just 3%, Caltech’s extreme selectivity is partly structural. The school enrolls roughly 1,000 undergraduates, far fewer than most elite universities. That limited capacity, combined with a global reputation in STEM fields, naturally drives down the share of admitted students. Caltech also attracts a highly self-selecting applicant pool, students with exceptional math and science credentials, making competition especially intense. When a small institution receives thousands of top-tier applications, admissions become extraordinarily competitive. The Ivy League Effect Every Ivy League institution appears in the ranking, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Brown, Dartmouth, Cornell, and the University of Pennsylvania. Over the past two decades, Ivy League acceptance rates have steadily declined as application volumes surged. The rise of the Common Application and test-optional policies expanded applicant pools, even as class sizes remained relatively stable. The result: single-digit acceptance rates have become the norm at America’s most recognizable universities. For many students, these universities remain aspirational “dream colleges”. Beyond the Ivies Ultra-selective admissions extend well beyond the Ivy League. Institutions like Duke, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern, Vanderbilt, Amherst, Pomona, and Bowdoin also report acceptance rates under 10%. Specialized schools such as Juilliard and the Curtis Institute of Music are equally competitive, reflecting the intensity of auditions and portfolio-based admissions. In today’s admissions landscape, exclusivity isn’t limited to one conference or coast. From small liberal arts colleges to major research universities, competition for seats has never been fiercer. Learn More on the Voronoi App Curious how tuition and financial aid stack up at these elite schools? Explore From Harvard to Stanford: The True Cost of the Top 10 Colleges on the Voronoi app for a deeper look at what it really costs to attend America’s most prestigious universities.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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