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Jeff Desjardins

Founder and Publisher at Visual Capitalist
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A founder of Visual Capitalist, Jeff holds a BCom from the Sauder School of Business at UBC. Jeff believes that a fusion of information and design can bring investors unique insight in a way that has never been done before. Originally hailing from Penticton, BC, Jeff is also an avid traveller, ...more
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Where The Next 1,000 Babies Will Be Born
Sunday, August 21, 2022 2:30 AM EDT
China, which comes second on the list, is similar to India, with a high population but relatively low birth rate as well. On the other hand, Nigeria, which ranks third on the list, has a birth rate that’s nearly double the global average, at 34.2.
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Visualized: The Value Of U.S. Imports Of Goods By State
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 8:26 AM EDT
For nearly 50 years, U.S. imports have exceeded exports and 2021 was no exception. Imports of goods to the U.S. equaled $2.8 trillion, relative to $1.8 trillion for exports, putting the 2021 goods trade deficit at its highest level on record.
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Brand Loyalty Is Declining For Most Luxury Automakers
Saturday, August 13, 2022 6:00 PM EDT
Ongoing supply chain issues could also be contributing to wide-spread declines in loyalty. Rather than waiting several months (or in the case of EVs, years), buyers may switch to a different brand that has cars in stock.
In this article: POAHY, VLKAF, TSLA, BMWYY
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Visualizing Major Layoffs At U.S. Corporations
Wednesday, August 10, 2022 9:07 AM EDT
Hiring freezes and layoffs are becoming more common in 2022, as U.S. businesses look to slash costs ahead of a possible recession.
In this article: F, JPM, WFC, COIN, CVNA, HOOD, RIVN, TSLA
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The Cost Of Mining Bitcoin In 198 Different Countries
Sunday, August 7, 2022 6:30 AM EDT
It takes an estimated 1,449 kilowatt hours (kWh) of energy to mine a single bitcoin. That’s the same amount of energy an average U.S. household consumes in approximately 13 years.
In this article: BITCOMP
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Which Countries Produce The Most Natural Gas?
Thursday, August 4, 2022 10:46 PM EDT
Despite global efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, natural gas consumption reached a new all-time high in 2021 , surpassing the previous record set in 2019 by 3.3%.
In this article: UNG
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Mapped: The Salary You Need To Buy A Home In 50 U.S. Cities
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 11:00 AM EDT
Depending on where you live, owning a home may seem like a dream or it could be realistic. In New York City, for example, a person needs to be making at least six figures to buy a home, but in Cleveland you could do it with just over $45,000 a year.
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3 Reasons For The Fertilizer And Food Shortage
Monday, July 25, 2022 8:59 PM EDT
Bad weather, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and a shortage of fertilizer have led to fears of a global food crisis.
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Mapped: The Top U.S. Exports By State
Wednesday, July 20, 2022 5:59 AM EDT
The U.S. exported over $1.3 trillion in goods in 2020, the second-highest amount worldwide. This infographic from OnDeck shows America’s top exports by state, using January 2022 data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Countries With The Highest Default Risk In 2022
Sunday, July 17, 2022 5:03 PM EDT
In May 2022, the South Asian nation of Sri Lanka defaulted on its debt for the first time. The country’s government was given a 30-day grace period to cover $78 million in unpaid interest, but ultimately failed to pay.
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The $100 Trillion Global Economy In One Chart
Tuesday, July 12, 2022 11:34 PM EDT
The United States is still the economic leader worldwide, with a GDP of $25.3 trillion—making up nearly one-quarter of the global economy. China follows close behind at $19.9 trillion.
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AWS: Powering The Internet And Amazon’s Profits
Monday, July 11, 2022 6:40 AM EDT
The Amazon growth story has been a remarkable one so far. On the top line, the company has grown every single year since its inception. What many people don't know is that 74% of Amazon’s operating profit comes from Amazon Web Services.
In this article: AMZN Also: MSFT, GOOGL
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Mapped: Average Wind Speed Across The U.S.
Sunday, July 10, 2022 9:33 PM EDT
Wind energy is a hot topic in North America and around the world as a decarbonization tool, but full utilization requires a lot of wind.
In this article: FAN
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Visualized: Which Countries Are Dominating Space?
Sunday, July 10, 2022 4:35 AM EDT
Believe it or not, there is a lot of stuff in space. In fact, our atmosphere is filled with more than 11,000 objects that have been launched since the foray into space began.
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What Does It Take To Be Wealthy In America?
Wednesday, July 6, 2022 5:21 AM EDT
Someone with a net worth of $1 million several decades ago would have been considered very wealthy. According to recent survey results, however, $1 million is only enough to feel “financially comfortable” today.
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Charted: Four Decades Of U.S. Inflation
Tuesday, July 5, 2022 3:37 AM EDT
In May 2022, the annual rate of U.S. inflation grew to 8.6%—the highest it’s been in four decades, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. What’s driving this surge, and what products are seeing the most significant price jumps?
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