Insight Summary

  • The top exported products in Chile and Cuba were their natural resources. This characteristic is common among developing countries, especially in Latin American countries.

  • Exports in Chile appeared to be on a steady uptick with few dramatic dips.

  • Cuban exports within the 20 year period were slightly more volatile and this is reflective of the state of the government.

Product Trade by Year and Country

  • The two plots are meant to demonstrate which were the top exported products in Chile and Cuba from the years 1962 to 1983.

  • As a result of export values that ranged in the billions, a log function transformation was performed in order present a stronger visualization.

Cuba Exports

  • Sugar Cane was the most exported product overall, yet there was an intriguing drop in cane sugar and refined sugar export after 1980.

Chile Exports

  • Metals and ores are the dominant industry in Chile with copper taking the lead.