Special Features Page
US Stock Market Performance During War: Every Major Conflict (1914-2026)
How did the US stock market perform during WW1, WW2, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War and the Iraq War? Full data: total returns during each conflict, the year after peace was declared, initial shock reactions, sector winners and losers, and what the history actually tells investors.
Bitcoin Price History
Every bull run, crash, halving cycle and market-moving event in Bitcoin's history. Charts, CAGR data, asset comparisons and key quotes from major supporters and detractors.
U.S. Military Bases Around the World: The Complete Breakdown
The United States maintains ~750 military bases in over 80 countries. See exactly where they are, how many troops are stationed in each country, and the true cost to American taxpayers.
State Millionaire Surtaxes: Which States Tax High Earners Extra - and How Much They're Really Making
A full breakdown of every US state with a millionaire surtax — when they passed, projected revenues vs. actual collections, and Washington State's new 9.9% tax.
Ranking All 10 Canadian Provinces by Fiscal Strength
Alberta leads, Newfoundland struggles. We ranked all 10 Canadian provinces on debt, credit ratings, budget balance, and fiscal health using a 7-factor composite score.
How Much Oil Is in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)?
Current SPR inventory, historical levels, every major release event, the four salt cavern storage sites, and who controls America's emergency oil supply.
Gas Tax by State & Province: Who Pays the Most?
A full breakdown of gas taxes in every US state and Canadian province - highest, lowest, zero-tax myth debunked, and a full North America pump price ranking.
50 Largest Corporate Bankruptcies in US History
A comprehensive, data-driven ranking of the 50 largest corporate bankruptcies in US history by total assets at filing, with inflation-adjusted figures, 6 charts, sortable table, and full historical analysis.
Every Oil Crisis in History: Causes, Costs & Responses
From the 1973 Arab embargo to COVID's negative prices - every oil crisis explained with causes, peak prices (nominal & inflation-adjusted) and US responses.
The True Cost of War: What Iran Is Costing US Taxpayers
Every bomb, missile, jet and soldier has a price tag. A complete breakdown of what Operation Epic Fury costs - from $3.5M bunker busters to $0.35 bullets.
Global Beer Tax Comparison: Which Countries Pay the Most?
How much tax is on your beer? From Norway's 40% excise to China's 2% - beer tax rates for 30 countries compared with charts, tables and per-bottle costs.
Every Fired & Forced Out US Cabinet Member in History
Complete history of fired, forced-out and scandal-driven Cabinet and White House departures from 1800 to 2025. Who lasted 10 days? Who went to prison?
Every US President's Approval Rating Over Time
Complete Gallup data on every president's approval rating from Truman to Biden. Who had the highest average? The biggest drop? The widest partisan gap?
Canada's Youth Unemployment Crisis - The Complete Data Breakdown
Canada's youth unemployment hit 14.7% in 2025 - the worst since 2010. Explore the data on who's affected, what caused it, and what $18.5B in GDP is at stake.
What Would $10,000 Invested in 1980 Be Worth Today? (12 Assets Compared)
We tracked $10,000 across 12 assets over 46 years - S&P 500, Apple, Berkshire Hathaway, gold, bonds, Bitcoin, real estate and more. See the shocking results with interactive charts and data tables. Updated March 2026.
Biggest Stock Market Crashes & Gains in History
The 10 biggest stock market crashes and gains ever - daily, weekly, monthly and yearly. DJIA, S&P 500 and NASDAQ. What caused them and what happened next.
Ranking All 50 States By Fiscal Soundness
A comprehensive ranking of all 50 US states by fiscal health, factoring in total debt, credit ratings, pension funding, population growth, and more. Updated for 2025.
The Cost of Running Canada's CPP Investment Board - Salaries, Expenses, and Performance
A data-driven look at CPP Investments - the $714 billion fund managing Canadian pensions. Operating expenses, employee compensation, executive pay, geographic allocation, active vs passive management performance, and notable investments.
History of the US-Iran Conflict: 73 Years of Escalation
From the 1953 CIA coup to the 2026 strikes on Tehran - every escalation, sanction, oil shock, and casualty in the US-Iran conflict, with charts, timelines, and data tables.
Canada's Population Explosion: 25 Years of Record Growth in Numbers
Data-driven analysis of Canada's population surge from 30.7M to 41.5M. G7 comparisons, immigration breakdown, housing crisis, healthcare gaps, source countries and public opinion shifts - all charted.
World Leaders Who Were Assassinated - The Complete List
A comprehensive list of world leaders assassinated since 1900, with a special focus on those killed by foreign governments. Includes interactive charts, timelines, and data tables.
The Rising Cost of Old Age Security in Canada
Canada's Old Age Security program started as a $40/month cheque in 1952. Today it costs $85 billion a year and is heading for $100 billion by 2029.
How Long Every War in U.S. History Actually Lasted and What It Cost
Complete data on every U.S. war from 1775 to present - duration in days, inflation-adjusted cost, casualties, cost per day, and cost per death.
Every Country the United States Has Invaded, Bombed, or Staged a Coup In
Complete timeline of every country the United States has invaded, bombed, or staged a coup in since 1776. Nearly 400 military interventions across 80+ countries, with interactive charts and data.
Every Acquisition Warren Buffett Ever Made at Berkshire Hathaway
The Complete List of Berkshire Hathaway Wholly-Owned Subsidiaries
Canadian Floor Crossers: Complete History of Party Switchers
Party Switchers: The Complete History of Canadian Floor Crossers
Trudeau's Economic Legacy: Canada's Lost Decade in Numbers
Comprehensive data-driven analysis of Justin Trudeau's economic record (2015-2025).
History of Debt in the United States
Historical Debt Balances of the United States, 1791-2010
U.S. Presidential Elections: Complete Results 1789-2024
Presidential Elections Database: Complete Historical Results 1789-2024
Canadian Tax Dollars Breakdown
Where do your hard-earned tax dollars go every year when you write a cheque to the federal government?
The Billionaires Behind Football: Complete Ownership History of the 50 Most Valuable Clubs
Football Club Ownership Guide 2025: Owners, Valuations & History of the Top 50 Clubs
NHL Team Ownership & Purchase Prices - All 32 Teams
What Every NHL Team Sold For: Complete Ownership History
NFL Team Values & Purchase Prices: All 32 Franchises Ranked
How Much Did Every NFL Team Cost? Complete Ownership History.
How America Grew: The Story of All 50 States Formation
From 13 Colonies to 50 States: Complete US Territorial History
Every U.S. Recession Since 1900: The Complete History
23 Recessions in 125 Years: A Data-Driven History of America's Economic Downturns.
Global Nuclear Weapons Stockpile
Comprehensive guide to global nuclear weapons: 12,241 warheads across 9 countries.
US Classified & Restricted Areas: Complete Guide
America's Secret Bases: Complete Guide to Classified Military Sites.
Canada's Equalization Payments: The Complete Guide to Who Pays and Who Receives
Understanding Equalization: Why Some Provinces Pay Billions While Others Receive
The Presidents Who Considered Running For a Third Term
The Third Term Question: A Complete History of Presidential Term Limits.
Countries That Have Been Bought and Sold: Complete World History
Which Countries Have Been Bought and Sold? 500 Years of Land Deals.
U.S. Defense Spending: 100 Years of Military Budgets (1925-2025)
How U.S. Defense Spending Has Changed Over 100 Years
History of US Income Tax: Complete Timeline 1861-2025
Visual guide to US income tax history: top marginal rates from 7% to 94%, major legislative changes, presidential eras, and complete timeline 1861-2025.
A Visual History of the Insurrection Act in America
A look at the 30 different times that a US President has invoked the Insurrection Act over the history of the United States.
US Midterms History
A history of midterm elections in the United States. How do the parties of sitting Presidents do in midterm elections?
Presidential Health History: Medical Crises in the Oval Office
From Secret Surgeries to Strokes: Complete Presidential Health History
US Presidents Net Worth Rankings
Which US Presidents were the richest? Which US Presidents were wealthy when they entered office, and which became wealthy after leaving the White House?
US Oil Reserves
How much oil does the United States currently have in their Strategic Petroleum Reserve?
Foreign Gold Holdings Stored in the United States
A look at the sum total of the gold that is held by the United States on behalf of other countries.
United States Gold Reserves
The total gold holdings of the United States, as well as where all of the gold is stored within the country.
Where Your Tax Dollars Go: Complete Federal Budget Breakdown
How the Government Spends Every Dollar of Your Taxes.
Stock Market Hours: Complete History & 24/7 Trading Evolution
Complete history of US stock market trading hours from 1792-2025.
Median Household Income
Median household income from 1967 until present day, both in nominal and real numbers.
Property Tax Rates by State and County
A look at the property tax rates in the United States by both state and county.
Historical State Unemployment Rates
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is kind enough to provide historical unemployment (and employment) data for all 50 states from January 1st, 1976 until present day.
Voter ID in America: Complete History of Voting Requirements
The History of Voter ID: Security vs Access in American Elections
Canada Debt Clock
The current amount of money that Canada owes.
Historical Unemployment Rates in the United States
The Bureau of Labor Statistics currently provides unemployment data from January 1st, 1948, right up until the present day.
Inflation Calculator
This calculator uses data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (United States), in the form of the Consumer Price Index, which is a benchmark for measuring inflation.
History of Deficits and Surpluses in the U.S.
On this page you will find a history of surpluses and deficits in the United States, running all the way back until 1789.
United States Debt Clock
An Overview of the United States National Debt. The Current Outstanding Public Debt of the United States is: