Which Countries Have the Most Starbucks Stores?

Starbucks has nearly 40,000 stores in 80 different countries? But which countries account for the lion’s share of them? Read more

The Events that Defined 2023: Visualized

From cultural events that dominated headlines to geopolitical shifts and clashes, what major events defined 2023? Read more

Where Do the World’s Wealthiest People Live?

Nearly half of global household wealth is held by those with more than $1 million. But where in the world do the wealthiest people live? Read more

Charted: Chinese FDI Inflows Hit Multi-Year Lows

Geopolitical tensions, the closure of due diligence firms, and falling offshore IPOs lead to declining Chinese FDI Inflows. Read more

China Dominates the Supply of U.S. Critical Minerals List

The U.S. Geological Survey estimates that in 2022, China was the world’s leading producer of 30 out of 50 entries on the U.S. critical minerals list. Read more

Prediction Consensus: What the Experts See Coming in 2024

Using our database of 700+ forecasts from reports, articles, interviews, and more, we highlight what experts think will happen in 2024. Read more

Charted: Number of IKEA Stores, by Country

Known for their size, labyrinth-like layouts, food, and of course, functional furniture, IKEA stores have become a whole shopping experience. But which country has the most of them? Read more

Which Countries Have the Largest Forests?

Together, the top five countries with the largest forests account for more than half of the world’s entire forest cover. Read more

The World’s Largest Consumer Markets in 2030

We visualize the 20 largest consumer markets in the world in 2030—from Asian giants to North and South American powerhouses. Read more

China’s Real Estate Crisis, Shown in Two Charts

These charts show China’s real estate boom in the 21st century and the subsequent slowdown since 2022. Read more