Libya's Surprising Democratic Gains: 2024 Index Highlights
Libya made notable strides in its democratic development in 2024, with a significant improvement in its democratic scor…
Trump's Executive Orders: A Historic Comparison to Past Presidents
Executive orders are powerful directives used by U.S. presidents to manage federal operations and enact policy. All pre…
First 100 Days: U.S.
The first 100 days of a U.S. president's term are critical in shaping public perception and political capital, with his…
Are Tariffs Fueling Inflation Fears in the US?
Tariffs on major trading partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China, are a significant factor in the 34-year high in…
The Global Government Landscape: More Than Half Under Authoritarian
Over half of the world's population resides under non-centrist governments, ranging from autocracies to left- or right-…
The Impact of Trump's Tariffs on Global Trade
Trump's tariffs have triggered significant global trade losses, with China, Europe, and the U.S. facing the most substa…
Trump's 143 Executive Orders in First 100 Days, by Topic
Donald Trump signed a historic 143 executive orders in his first 100 days of his second term, more than any other U.S.…
Countries with the Biggest Freedom Decline 2014-2024
Over the past decade, several countries have experienced significant declines in democratic freedoms, with Nicaragua, T…
Who Wins and Loses from Trump's Tariffs?
Trump's tariffs significantly altered the global trade landscape, with countries experiencing varying impacts. While na…
The Economic Impact of the 2015 US Government Shutdown
The 2015 U.S. government shutdown lasted 43 days, affecting 1.4 million federal workers and delaying $54 billion in fed…
The UK's Trade Agreements Lead: 39 Deals and Global Comparisons
The UK leads the global trade landscape with 39 active agreements, highlighting its robust post-Brexit strategy and com…
Trump's Trade Shake-Up: Winners and Losers in Global Export
Trump's trade policies have redistributed export competitiveness, creating clear winners and losers among global tradin…