Economy of the Blackhelm Confederacy
 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, the Confederacy derives significant wealth from these resources. This sector is pivotal, supporting various downstream industries, including petrochemicals and energy-intensive manufacturing.
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.
Agriculture
Agriculture is a cornerstone of the Blackhelm Confederacy's economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment.
Cocoa
One of the leading export commodities, thriving in the tropical climate.
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, pineapples, and various vegetables, supporting both local markets and exports.
Manufacturing
Services
Demographics
BC Unemployment 7% = 197,643,753 people BC Too old to work 7% = 197,643,753 people BC too young to work 15% = 423,522,328 people
BC non-taxable = 818,809,834 BC taxable population = 2,004,672,358
BC pop under 5,000 a year: 40% (801,868,943 at [$1000] of tax) = $801,868,943,000 BC pop above 5,000 and under 10,000 a year: 30% (601,401,707 at [$2000] of tax) = $1,202,803,414,000 BC pop above 10,000 and under 15,000 a year: 15% (300,700,853 at [$3000] of tax) = $902,102,559,000 BC pop above 15,000 and under 20,000 a year: 10% (200,467,235 at [$5000] of tax) = $1,002,336,175,000 BC pop to make above 20,000 and under 50,000 a year: 3% (60,140,170 at [$10000] of tax) = $601,401,700,000 BC pop to make above 50,000 and under 100,000 a year: 1% (2,0046,723 at [$20000] of tax) = $400,934,460,000 BC pop to make above 100,000 a year and under 500,000: 0.5% (10,023,361 at [$100000] of tax) = $1,002,336,100,000 BC pop to make above 500,000 and under 1,000,000: 0.15% (3,007,008 at [$160000] of tax) = $481,121,280,000 0.209% make above 1,000,000 a year: (4,190,952 at [$200,000] of tax) = $838,190,400,000
Total taxable revenue: $7,233,095,031,000
