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October 2, 2026 8:31 am

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Ryan Bellefontaine

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How Global Exports Shifted Toward Asia Over 75 Years

Key Takeaways

• Asia’s share of global goods exports rose from 12.8% in 1950 to 35.6% in 2025.
• The 10 leading Western economies shown fell from 49.1% of world goods exports to 34.4% over the same period.
• China alone now accounts for 14.4% of global goods exports, the largest share within Asia.

A major milestone in global trade has been reached.

Where U.S.-Canada Trade Matters Most

Key Takeaways

Where International Travelers Are Spending the Most

Key Takeaways

• Europe had the highest international visitor spending in 2025, at $835 billion.
• North America was the only region where international visitor spending declined from 2024.
• The Middle East recorded the strongest growth of any region since 2019, at 26.8%.

International travel and tourism is a trillion-dollar industry that continues to grow around the world. However, one region moved in the opposite direction in 2025.

Ranked: The World’s 40 Most Valuable Food Commodities

Key Takeaways

• Milk is the world’s most valuable food commodity, ahead of rice and pork.
• Animal products claim five of the top eight spots, led by milk, pork, and beef.
• Tomatoes are the highest-ranking produce item, at $136 billion.

Food commodities generate trillions of dollars in agricultural production each year, spanning everything from staple grains and livestock to fruits, vegetables, coffee, and cocoa.