Shapes of Recovery: When Will the Global Economy Bounce Back?

Economic recovery from COVID-19 could come in four shapes—L, U, W, and V. What do they mean, and what do global CEOs see as the most likely? Read more

The $88 Trillion World Economy in One Chart

The world’s total GDP crested $88 trillion in 2019—but how are the current COVID-19 economic contractions affecting its future outlook? Read more

Volatile Returns: Commodity Investing Through Miners and Explorers

The companies that mine or explore for metals offer additional leverage to commodity prices, creating opportunities for astute investors. Read more

The 25 Largest Private Equity Firms in One Chart

How big is private equity? We show funds raised by the largest 25 private equity firms over the last five years and their notable investments. Read more

Cocoa: A Bittersweet Supply Chain

The cocoa supply chain is a bittersweet one. While chocolate is a beloved sweet treat globally, many cocoa farmers are living a bitter reality. Read more

5 Big Picture Trends Being Accelerated by the Pandemic

In some cases, COVID-19 has sped up societal and economic trends that were already in motion. Here we examine five examples. Read more

Ranking Asset Classes by Historical Returns (1985-2020)

What are the best-performing investments in 2020, and how do previous years compare? This graphic shows historical returns by asset class. Read more

The Population Race: A 300-Year Look at China vs. India

When will India’s population overtake China’s? Take a look at the trends behind this impending demographic milestone. Read more

These 6 Powerful Signals Reveal the Future Direction of Financial Markets

What forces will drive the future of financial markets? We reveal 15 charts from six chapters of our new book to show where the economy is heading. Read more

Mapped: The Top Export in Every Country

What is the top export in every country? This series of maps explores some of the most influential goods in global trade. Read more