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North America

Share Report

North America has 4.72% of the world’s population, ranking 6th out of all 7 regions. It contributes 29% to the world’s GDP. It comprises of 2 countries, Canada and United States of America.

Map of North America

North America ranks at highest in GDP Per Capita (USD) out of all the 7 regions. This implies stronger individual economic output, higher income levels, and improved living standards on average across the region.

Among the seven world regions, North America stands at rank 7th in Total Labour Force/Total Pop. . This indicates lesser employment opportunities and implies that economic activity in this region is lesser compared to other regions.

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GDP Per Capita (USD)

In terms of FDI (millions USD) , North America ranks highest out of the 7 regions. This signals global investor confidence, economic stability, and stronger integration into international markets in the region.

Among the seven world regions, North America stands at rank 6th in Military Force/Total Pop. % . This indicates that a smaller share of the population in this region is part of the military, which reflects lower defense prioritization.

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FDI (millions USD)
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Military Force/Total Pop. %

North America ranks at highest in Enrolment in tertiary edu.(all programmes) out of all the 7 regions. This takes into account the population of the region and implies that more people in this region pursue tertiary education compared to other regions.

Among the seven world regions, North America stands at rank 6th in Sugarcane prod. . This is indicative of less focus on the production of sugarcane, and scarcity of fertile land compared to other regions.

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Enrolment in tertiary edu.(all programmes)
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Sugarcane prod.