Black Friday: The Holiday Surge in U.S. Consumer Debt and Spending

Black Friday kicks off the U.S. holiday shopping season, during which consumers will spend $655.8 billion this year. Where do they get that extra cash from? Read more

A Very COVID Christmas: The Pandemic’s Impact on Festive Spending

This graphic explores how festive spending in 2020 has changed as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and evolving consumer behavior. Read more

Where Do Your Christmas Decorations Come From?

Billions of dollars worth of Christmas decorations are exported around the world each year. Here are the countries that exports the most. Read more

Visualized: How Snowflakes are Formed

Snowflakes are ice crystals that are beautifully diverse and mysteriously symmetrical. We show what controls their intricate designs. Read more

Ranked: America’s Favorite Holidays

A YouGov study asked Americans to rate their views about various holidays. Here are the favorites and the least favorites. Read more