Visualizing the Link Between Unemployment and Recessions

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This infographic examines 50 years of data to highlight a clear visual trend: recessions are preceded by a cyclical low in unemployment.

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Visualization type: Infographic

Visualizing the Link Between Unemployment and Recessions

This infographic examines 50 years of data to highlight a clear visual trend: recessions are preceded by a cyclical low in unemployment.


First published: March 22, 2023 (link)

Source files included: .ai, .eps, .pdf

Data source: Bloomberg, World Gold Council

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