Real GDP in PPS growth, 2016-2017 for EU, UK & main neighbors

Slide Content

The slide provides a comparison of the Real GDP growth in Purchasing Power Standards (PPS) for the European Union, United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, and France between 2016 and 2017. The EU is shown with a 2.4% growth, whereas Ireland leads with a significant 7.2% growth. The UK is just behind at 1.8%, and both Germany and France are at 2.2%. Each percentage presumably illustrates the economic growth rate of these regions during the specified period.

Graphical Look

• A horizontal bar chart on the left displays growth figures with corresponding country flags.
  • EU depicted with the EU flag and a blue bar showing 2.4% growth.
  • Ireland is represented with an Irish flag and the highest green bar at 7.2%.
  • The United Kingdom is indicated by the Union Jack and an orange bar at 1.8%.
  • Germany shows a German flag with a red bar at 2.2%.
  • France is symbolized with a French flag and another red bar, also at 2.2%.
• On the right, a map of Europe is displayed with highlighted countries.
  • Countries are color-coded and have circular bubbles with growth figures.
  • The bubbles vary in size, likely correlating with the growth percentage.
• The color palette consists of blue, green, orange, and two shades of red for the bar chart.

The overall look of the slide is informative and makes use of color coding to enhance the visual representation of economic growth. The combination of bar chart and map provides both numerical data and geographic context for easier comprehension.

Use Cases

• Presenting economic performance comparisons in international business conferences.
• Illustrating regional economic trends in educational or academic settings.
• In government or policy-making presentations to discuss the economic situation and forecast policy impacts.
• Using in finance and investment meetings to guide discussions on regional economic stability and investment opportunities.