Inflation rates are reaching multi-decade highs in some countries. How aggressive have central banks been with interest rate hikes? Read more
Bad weather, the war in Ukraine, and a shortage of fertilizer have led to fears of a global food crisis. Here are three factors you should know. Read more
From rising inflation to food insecurity, we show why energy price shocks have far-reaching effects on the global economy. Read more
The effective federal funds rate has risen more than two percentage points in six months. How does this compare to other interest rate hikes? Read more
More than three billion people across the globe are unable to afford a healthy diet. See which countries are most affected. Read more
Many countries around the world are facing double or triple-digit inflation. See which countries have the highest inflation rates on this map. Read more
How has inflation impacted everyday goods like milk, flour, or fuel? This chart shows the annual change in the price of basic daily goods. Read more
Who made it to the top? Here are the world’s most valuable public companies in 2022 as the year comes to an end. Read more
The global economy faces an uncertain future in 2023. This year, GDP growth is projected to be 2.9%—down from 3.2% in 2022. Read more
After a dramatic spike during the pandemic, shipping costs have now fallen back to Earth. What does that mean for shippers and the economy? Read more