Mapped: The 25 Richest Countries in the World
What’s the best way to measure a country’s wealth?
Typically, GDP per capita is selected, as it most accurately reflects the standard of living of individuals in a country.
This infographic looks at the top 25 richest countries by this metric. They’re located across North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Notably, no South American or African countries make the list.
First published: March 30, 2021 (link)
Source files included: .ai, .eps, .pdf
Data source: IMF
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