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5 Facts on Moving Oil By Water This infographic is brought to you by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Advance of technology, better practices and stricter regulations and policies have made the transportation of oil safer. However, the concern shown by British Columbians is equally valid, as we have seen the devastation that can be caused by a major oil spill. This is an important issue because the Canadian Oil Boom has transformed Canada into a major oil player on an international level, especially with the oil sands in Alberta and the associated Keystone XL Pipeline....

But throughout the nation’s history, neither of these numbers have stayed constant. Not only did the population boom as a result of births and immigrants, but the borders of the country kept changing as well – especially in the country’s early years as settlers moved westwards. U.S. Population Density Over Time From a big picture perspective, here is how population density has changed for the country as a whole over the last 200 years or so: But today’s animated map, which comes to us from Vivid Maps, takes things a step further....

Bitcoin Vs. Gold For thousands of years, gold has been the international currency, and for good reason. Gold is a substance that is in high demand and there is a finite amount that can be produced. Bitcoin, through cryptography, was created on these very principles. Bitcoin must be mined, is in high demand, and there is only a finite amount that is available – just like gold. Relative to its short history, Bitcoin has made a significant global impact and has become popular with those who seek an alternative to fiat currency....

NAFTA’s Mixed Track Record Cheat sheet sums up the results of North American trade since 1994 The Chart of the Week is a weekly Visual Capitalist feature on Fridays. On January 1, 1994, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) officially came into effect, virtually eliminating all tariffs and trade restrictions between the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Bill Clinton, who lobbied extensively to get the deal done, said it would encourage other nations to work towards a broader world-trade pact....

Eastmain Resources (TSX: ER) Eastmain Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company listed on The Toronto Stock Exchange, trading under the symbol “ER.” The Company is actively exploring for gold and base metal deposits within Eastern Canada. Eastmain owns 100% of the Eau Claire gold deposit and has significant land holdings covering key geology adjacent to the Eléonore discovery and the Eastmain gold mine. on Did you know that nearly one-fifth of all the gold ever mined is held by central banks?...

Everyday Bitcoin Use The Visual Capitalist team has been keeping you up to date with everything that you need to know about Bitcoin. Check out our previous posts on 50 Interesting Bitcoin Facts, The Definitive History of Bitcoin, and Bitcoin: The Encryption Standard. If you still don’t know exactly how it works, we found this infographic that should teach you the ins and outs of everyday Bitcoin use. If you are frustrated with the inefficiencies of the traditional banking system, you may want to look into Bitcoin as an alternative, as it can save you money and offer you more autonomy....

However… Original infographic from: dpfoc.com on But fast forward to the end of last week, and SVB was shuttered by regulators after a panic-induced bank run. So, how exactly did this happen? We dig in below. Road to a Bank Run SVB and its customers generally thrived during the low interest rate era, but as rates rose, SVB found itself more exposed to risk than a typical bank. Even so, at the end of 2022, the bank’s balance sheet showed no cause for alarm....

Employment rates for high wage workers have bounced back from their spring slump, but unfortunately, the recovery hasn’t been as pronounced for low income workers. Less than half the jobs lost earlier this year have returned for those making under $20 per hour. To give you a broader perspective, here’s a look at the percent change of employment rates from February through to November 2020: *Note: Percentage changes are compared to U....

Over the last 20 years, mobile gaming has gone from the industry’s entertaining afterthought to its largest source of revenue—in 2020, the sector is estimated to have generated around $85 billion. In light of COVID-19 keeping many consumers at home, gaming companies like Electronic Arts and Activision Blizzard have reported higher year-over-year revenues and greater market penetration than ever before. Companies Race to Capitalize on Mobile Gaming The massive industry growth hasn’t gone unnoticed by companies outside of the gaming sector....

The world is looking for alternative ways to ensure the mobility of people and goods with different power sources, and electric vehicles have high potential to fill this need. But did you know that not all electric vehicles produce their electricity in the same way? Hydrogen: An Alternative Vision for the EV The world obsesses over battery technology and manufacturers such as Tesla, but there is an alternative fuel that powers rocket ships and is road-ready....

Still, the forces underpinning each rise and fall are often less clear. Take the COVID-19 crash, for example. Despite lagging economic growth and historic unemployment levels, the S&P 500 bounced back 47% in just five months, in a stunning reversal. Drawing data from Macrotrends, the above infographic compares six historic market crashes—examining the length of their recoveries and the contextual factors influencing their durations. The Big Picture How does the current COVID-19 crash of 2020 stack up against previous market crashes?...

But picking gold mining stocks isn’t easy, as each company has a variety of individual projects and risks worth assessing. This is why the GDX (VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF), is one of the most popular methods investors choose to get exposure to players in the gold mining industry. While the GDX and gold miners can generally offer leveraged upside compared to gold during bull markets, in 2020 the GDX returned 23%, just a couple of points shy from spot gold’s 25....

How to Test for Fake Gold or Silver Many precious metals investors like the idea of physical bullion because, unlike paper money, it is difficult to counterfeit. That said, when there is a will, there is a way. In recent years, there have been extremely concerning cases of gold counterfeit, and investors that are not fully prepared can get duped. That’s why we worked with our friends at Silver.com to put together this handy infographic list of ways to test for fake gold or silver....

Despite the hype around renewables, it takes time, money, and new technology to build out these plants at a scale that will make a difference. As a result, many people are still surprised that solar and wind constitute less than 2% of energy generated in the U.S. as of 2015: Click here for a larger version of this giant diagram. Yes, oil is the big dog for now, and it will continue to be that way for the foreseeable near-term....

Trump and Clinton are the most disliked presidential candidates in history, both having an “unfavorable” image with the majority of the U.S. population. Meanwhile, according to a recent Pew Research poll, only 24% of registered voters feel that the next generation of Americans will be better off than folks today. Picking up Steam For the first time in almost 20 years, the third-party candidates are getting attention across the board....

Assessing the Risk of a Greek Default On Friday, April 24th, the finance ministers of Europe will again meet to discuss the fate of Greece’s bailout program. Although no definitive course of action is expected to come out of this meeting, it is yet another chance to assess the potential consequences if indeed the Greek government defaults on its loans. Greek debt currently sits at 175% of GDP, and there has been a recent flight from Greek bonds....

The Chart of the Week is a weekly Visual Capitalist feature on Fridays. Here are the e-commerce numbers for Black Friday and Cyber Monday for all U.S. retailers in 2016: The fact that Prime Day revenue comes from only one retailer makes it quite impressive – especially considering the day falls in the heat of summer, rather than the holiday shopping season. The 60% growth figure is compelling as well, showing that Prime Day could eventually be the biggest U....

Every generation thinks about investing a little differently. This is partially due to the fact that each cohort finds itself on a distinct leg of life’s journey. While boomers focus on retirement, Gen Zers are thinking about education and careers. As a result, it’s not surprising to find that investment objectives can differ by age group. However, there are other major reasons that contribute to each unique generational view. For example, what major world events shaped the mindset of each generation?...

Modern credit systems are now powered by sophisticated algorithmic credit scoring, the use of trended and alternative data, and innovative fintech applications. While these developments are all interesting in their own right, together they serve as a technological foundation for a much more profound shift in consumer credit in the coming years. The Future of Consumer Credit In today’s infographic from Equifax, we look at the cutting edge of consumer credit, including the new technologies and global trends that are shaping the future of how consumers around the world will access credit....

And while people have always wanted electric cars and inexpensive solar power, the reality is that until recently, battery technology just wasn’t good enough to store energy on an economical or practical basis. Things have changed, and the green revolution has been kickstarted by battery power. The commercialization of the lithium-ion battery has solved a crucial green energy problem for two major reasons that can be related back to the properties of lithium:...