Ranked: Countries With the Largest Share of Global Forests

Key Takeaways

• Russia accounts for 20.1% of the world’s forest area, almost as much as Brazil and Canada combined.
• Just five countries hold more than half of the world’s forests.
• The Americas and Asia-Pacific each contain roughly 39% of global forest area, together accounting for nearly 78% of the world total.

The world’s forests cover roughly 4.1 billion hectares, spanning countries and regions across the globe.

How Much Gas Prices Have Risen Since the Iran War

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The World’s $160 Trillion Debt Market in One Chart

Key Takeaways

• The U.S. has the world’s largest debt securities market at $61.2 trillion.
• The U.S., EU, and China together account for 75.4% of the global market.
• China’s debt securities market has grown roughly 3.7-fold since 2015.

The global market for bonds and other tradable debt reached $160.7 trillion in 2025, spanning securities issued by governments, financial institutions, and nonfinancial corporations.

Mapped: Each U.S. State’s Top Export Partner

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Mapped: The Top Import Partner of Every U.S. State

Key Takeaways

• Canada is the top import partner of 23 U.S. states, more than any other country.
• Mexico ranks first for nine states, while Taiwan leads in five and China in four.
• Some states have unexpected top partners, including Ireland for Indiana, Thailand for Nebraska, and Malaysia for Idaho.

Trade relationships vary widely by state, shaped by factors such as geography, industry, and infrastructure.