Comparing the Speed of U.S. Interest Rate Hikes (1988-2022)

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

Which Countries Hold the Most U.S. Debt?

Foreign investors hold $7.3 trillion of the national U.S. debt. These holdings declined 6% in 2022 amid a strong U.S. dollar and rising rates. Read more

Visualizing the Link Between Unemployment and Recessions

This infographic examines 50 years of data to highlight a clear visual trend: recessions are preceded by a cyclical low in unemployment. Read more

Charted: Public Trust in the Federal Reserve

Public trust in the Federal Reserve chair has hit its lowest point in 20 years. Get the details in this infographic. Read more

Comparing the Speed of Interest Rate Hikes (1988-2023)

The effective federal funds rate has risen nearly five percentage points in 14 months, the fastest interest rate hikes in modern history. Read more

Mapped: GDP Growth Forecasts by Country in 2024

Will global GDP growth continue to be resilient in 2024? This graphic shows the economic outlook for 191 economies around the world. Read more

Mapped: Inflation Projections by Country, in 2024

Global inflation projections look optimistic in 2024, but risks of a second wave of price pressures remain due to geopolitical shocks. Read more