The U.S. States Most Vulnerable to a Trade War

Which state could be hit hardest by a trade war? Here is every U.S. state organized by total economy size, and the share tied to international trade. Read more

The Largest Export of Every U.S. State in 2017

Largest state exports range from common goods, like autos, planes, and oil, to far more peculiar goods like distillery dregs, lobsters, and soda ash. Read more

A Fascinating Map of Medieval Trade Routes

Long before container ships zig-zagged the oceans, caravans and single-sail cogs hauled goods across the world. This map is a fascinating look at that era. Read more

Mapped: The Countries With the Most Foreign Currency Reserves

China holds a whopping $3.2 trillion in foreign currency reserves, more all of North America, Europe, and South America combined. Read more

The History of North American Cooperation on Aluminum and Steel

Aluminum and steel are two metals at the center of the current trade debate. This infographic provides context on the history of the metals in North America. Read more

Visualizing the World’s Biggest Exporters in 2017

This map re-sizes countries based on the amount of goods they export abroad, giving a clear look at the world’s biggest exporters of 2017. Read more

Visualizing the World’s Largest Importers in 2017

With protectionist policies gaining momentum and a global trade war underway, we look at the world’s largest importers of goods in 2017. Read more

Does America View Its Trade Relationships as Fair?

How does the U.S. view its trade relationships? See this recent data from Gallup, which shows how views have changed over time, as well as by political party. Read more

The Economic Impact of North America’s Most Vital Trade Corridor

Every year, 230 million metric tonnes of cargo transits through Great Lakes-St. Lawrence waterways to generate a $45.6 billion economic impact. Read more

The Most Profitable Industry in Every U.S. State

Which industries reign supreme in the United States? This map breaks down the most profitable industry, state by state. Read more