Argentina used to be richer than Europe and has not faced war in decades. Today it owes more to the IMF than any other country.

China has loaned out billions to developing countries worldwide. Some countries are struggling to pay on time.

The U.S. dollar dominates SWIFT payments with a 52% share. See how the euro, pound, yuan, and other currencies compare globally.

Which countries have the most government debt? See how the U.S. and China compare, and why some wealthy economies owe surprisingly little.

Five G7 economies rank among the world's slowest-growing in 2027, while Middle Eastern economies lead the global rankings.

The global economy is projected to surpass $128 trillion in 2026. Nearly half of this comes from just two countries.

The world's largest economy has long been the United States. Unless, of course, if adjusting for purchasing power.

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