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Technology / 14 weeks ago
OICA data reveals how one country produces a third of the world’s cars
The global automotive industry continues to be defined by concentration, and the latest production statistics from the International Organisation of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) underscore just how uneven the landscape has become. In 2024, the world built 92.5 million motor vehicles (passenger cars and commercial vehicles combined). A visualisation of OICA’s data from the World in Maps divides this total into three equal segments of roughly 33.3 % each and shows that a single country, China, accounts for an entire third of global vehicle output on its own.
Business / 15 weeks ago
U.S. dollar sees significant inflation surge from 2015 to 2025, peaking in the pandemic aftermath
Over the past decade, the U.S. dollar has experienced a steady yet noticeable erosion in purchasing power, with cumulative inflation pushing the nominal value of $500,000 in 2015 to a staggering $678,147.56 by 2025. This represents a cumulative inflation growth of approximately 35.6%, according to data compiled by World Visualized using figures from the U.S. Department of Labour.
Environment / 23 weeks ago
Global food inflation surges intensify food insecurity in vulnerable nations
Data from the World Bank's April 2024 Food Security Update indicates that food price inflation exceeded 5% in 59.1% of low-income countries, 63.0% of lower-middle-income countries, 31.0% of upper-middle-income countries, and 14.5% of high-income countries. In real terms—adjusted for overall inflation—food price inflation outpaced general inflation in 53.0% of the 166 countries analysed.
Technology / 23 weeks ago
How the world’s top smartphone makers shifted in 15 years
Once led by brands in the US, Europe, and Canada, the phone manufacturing industry has become largely consolidated in China and South Korea, reflecting broader shifts in technological innovation, supply chain integration, and consumer preferences. In 2010, the smartphone industry was a tapestry of innovation hubs:
Business / 24 weeks ago
Honey production market buzzes toward $15.4 billion by 2030 - Here are the top producers
The global honey industry is flourishing, with India, China, and Iran topping the list of countries with the highest number of beehives, an essential measure of honey production capacity. According to data from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and Report Linker, this surge in production aligns with growing global demand for natural, health-conscious sweeteners, pushing the market's value from $9.3 billion in 2023 to a projected $15.4 billion by 2030.
Business / 25 weeks ago
Why China dominates global manufacturing
China continues to assert its dominance as the world’s manufacturing powerhouse, accounting for 29% of the global manufacturing value, according to the latest data from the United Nations. This figure places China significantly ahead of the United States (17%), Japan (5%), and Germany (5%). In 2023, China’s manufacturing output soared to $4.8 trillion, accounting for 27% of the country’s GDP—a testament to its vast industrial capacity and deep supply chain integration.
Culture / 27 weeks ago
Top 10 most transparent fashion brands in 2024: Puma and Gucci lead the way
As the global demand for sustainable and ethical fashion rises, transparency is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. According to the 2024 Fashion Transparency Index, published by Fashion Revolution, major fashion companies are being held accountable for how openly they disclose their policies, practices, and supply chain details.
Business / 31 weeks ago
Global trade imbalance: Top 10 countries with the highest trade deficits in 2023
In 2023, the global economy saw an intensified shift in trade patterns, reflecting evolving consumer behavior, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain reconfigurations. At the forefront of this imbalance stood the United States, registering the world’s most significant trade deficit at $1.1 trillion, according to the latest figures available as of March 2025.
Environment / 31 weeks ago
This is where the world’s rare earth minerals are found
The 2025 edition of the U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) Mineral Commodity Summaries provides comprehensive data on the global distribution of rare earth elements (REEs), which are vital for numerous high-tech applications. According to the report, the worldwide production of REEs in 2024 was approximately 300,000 metric tons of rare-earth-oxide (REO) equivalent. The leading producers were China, the United States, Myanmar, and Australia.
World / 40 weeks ago
Top uranium-producing countries from 1945 to 2022
Since 1945, the world has extracted a staggering 3.5 million tonnes of uranium, with Canada emerging as the leading producer. The country's Cigar Lake mine boasts the highest-grade uranium deposit globally, having yielded an impressive 105 million pounds of uranium since 2014.
