Economy of the Blackhelm Confederacy: Difference between revisions
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==Agriculture== | ==Agriculture== | ||
{{main|Agriculture in the Blackhelm Confederacy}} | |||
Agriculture is a cornerstone of the Blackhelm Confederacy's economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. | Agriculture is a cornerstone of the Blackhelm Confederacy's economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. | ||
===Cocoa=== | ===Cocoa=== | ||
Cocoa is one of the leading export commodities in the [[Blackhelm Confederacy]], thriving in the country's tropical climate. | |||
Investment in processing facilities has allowed the Blackhelm Confederacy to expand beyond raw cocoa bean exports. The nation now produces a range of cocoa products, including cocoa butter, powder, and high-end chocolates. | |||
===Coffee=== | ===Coffee=== | ||
High-quality beans are cultivated for both domestic consumption and export. | High-quality beans are cultivated for both domestic consumption and export. | ||
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A key cash crop, with significant export value | A key cash crop, with significant export value | ||
===Fruits and Vegetables=== | ===Fruits and Vegetables=== | ||
Diverse production includes bananas, | Diverse production includes bananas, plantains, and various vegetables, supporting both local markets and exports. [[Blackhelm Confederate wine]] is also a major export, as is [[Charvonia (Brandy)|charvonia]], both of which are made of grapes. | ||
Internally, the [[Algaculture in the Blackhelm Confederacy|cultivation of algae]] is also important, and algae is widely used as a food crop in many areas of the nation. | Internally, the [[Algaculture in the Blackhelm Confederacy|cultivation of algae]] is also important, and algae is widely used as a food crop in many areas of the nation. | ||
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==Manufacturing== | ==Manufacturing== | ||
Manufacturing has traditionally been a cornerstone of the [[Blackhelm Confederacy]], with numerous automotive companies and others contributing to the Blackhelm Confederate economy. | Manufacturing has traditionally been a cornerstone of the [[Blackhelm Confederacy]], with numerous automotive companies and others contributing to the Blackhelm Confederate economy. | ||
===Automotive industry=== | |||
{{main|Automotive industry in the Blackhelm Confederacy}} | |||
The Blackhelm Confederacy is home to a robust domestic auto industry, and exports vehicles throughout the world. | |||
In addition to the domestic brands, the country is also home to plants for a number of Valkean brands, such as [[Juhola]], [[Sidus]], and [[Sorsa]]. | |||
==Services== | ==Services== | ||
Latest revision as of 16:22, 21 July 2024
 The Paradise City financial district, the financial center of the Blackhelm Confederacy | |
| Currency | 1 Confederate Credit(1) = 1 NSD |
|---|---|
| Calendar year | |
Trade organisations | E10 Council of Nations |
| Statistics | |
| GDP | $31.573 trillion (nominal; 2016) |
GDP growth |  0.4% for 2016 |
| Unemployment |  7% |
Average gross salary | $1,312.50 monthly (2015) |
| $15,750 (2015) | |
Main industries | Tbd |
| External | |
| Exports | tbd |
Export goods | tbd |
| Public finances | |
| AA (Domestic) AA (Foreign) AAA (W&A Assessment) | |
All values, unless otherwise stated, are in US dollars. | |
The Blackhelm Confederacy has a diversified economy which relies heavily upon the mining, agricultural, and oil sectors. The service industry has steadily been growing over the past couple of decades, as wealthier Astyrian nations look to take advantage of the vast English-speaking population present in Confederate cities, but the majority of Confederate citizens remain employed in the traditional labor fields.
Oil & Gas
As one of the largest exporters of oil and natural gas in the world, the Confederacy derives significant wealth from these resources. This sector is pivotal, supporting various downstream industries, including petrochemicals and energy-intensive manufacturing.
Griffincrest Oil Incorporated holds by far the largest percentage of the Confederate oil market, maintaining rigs, pipelines, and railways across the country, as well as numerous offshore rigs as well.
Mining
Mining is another critical sector, with the Confederacy rich in minerals such as bauxite, iron ore, and precious metals. These resources are crucial for both domestic use and export. Griffincrest Oil Incorporated is also a major player in the mining sector, although several other corporations also hold stake in this area as well.
Agriculture
Agriculture is a cornerstone of the Blackhelm Confederacy's economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment.
Cocoa
Cocoa is one of the leading export commodities in the Blackhelm Confederacy, thriving in the country's tropical climate.
Investment in processing facilities has allowed the Blackhelm Confederacy to expand beyond raw cocoa bean exports. The nation now produces a range of cocoa products, including cocoa butter, powder, and high-end chocolates.
Coffee
High-quality beans are cultivated for both domestic consumption and export.
Rubber
Extensive rubber plantations support the manufacturing sector.
Tobacco
A key cash crop, with significant export value
Fruits and Vegetables
Diverse production includes bananas, plantains, and various vegetables, supporting both local markets and exports. Blackhelm Confederate wine is also a major export, as is charvonia, both of which are made of grapes.
Internally, the cultivation of algae is also important, and algae is widely used as a food crop in many areas of the nation.
Manufacturing
Manufacturing has traditionally been a cornerstone of the Blackhelm Confederacy, with numerous automotive companies and others contributing to the Blackhelm Confederate economy.
Automotive industry
The Blackhelm Confederacy is home to a robust domestic auto industry, and exports vehicles throughout the world.
In addition to the domestic brands, the country is also home to plants for a number of Valkean brands, such as Juhola, Sidus, and Sorsa.
Services
The service industry has steadily grown since the creation of the Blackhelm Confederacy, and the call center industry in the Blackhelm Confederacy is one of the largest in Astyria.
Demographics
| Category | Percentage | Population | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| **Non-Taxable Population** | |||
| Unemployed | 7% | 286,580,000 | |
| Too Old to Work | 7% | 286,580,000 | |
| Too Young to Work | 15% | 245,640,000 | |
| Non-Taxable Total | 29% | 818,800,000 | |
| **Taxable Population** | |||
| Taxable Population Total | 71% | 2,000,000,000 | |
| Income Under $5,000 | 40% | 800,000,000 | |
| Income Between $5,000 and $29,999 | 15% | 300,000,000 | |
| Income Between $30,000 and $49,999 | 20% | 400,000,000 | |
| Income Between $50,000 and $99,999 | 12% | 240,000,000 | |
| Income Between $100,000 and $999,999 | 11.790% | 235,800,000 | |
| Income Over $1,000,000 | 0.209% | 4,180,000 | |
| Total Taxable Revenue | - | $7.23 trillion | |
