The line graph illustrates the trends in international money transfers made by immigrants from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia between 2000 and 2020.
Overall, it is evident that all three countries experienced a general increase in money transfers over the 21-year period. The United States consistently sent the highest amounts, while Australia started with the lowest figures but showed a steady upward trajectory.
In detail, the United States began at approximately 25 units in 2000, rising sharply to 55 by 2006. After a slight decline to around 50 in 2008, it recovered steadily, reaching a peak of 80 in 2018 before a minor drop to 75 in 2020. The United Kingdom, in contrast, started at 15 units and showed gradual growth to 40 in 2006, followed by a slight dip to 20 in 2008. Thereafter, it increased consistently, reaching 70 in 2018 and slightly decreasing to 68 in 2020.
Australia exhibited a more gradual but steady increase, beginning at 10 units in 2000 and climbing to 20 by 2006. Between 2008 and 2014, the country saw accelerated growth, surpassing the United Kingdom in 2012 at approximately 42 units, and continued to rise to 55 units by 2020.
In comparison, the United States always remained the leading sender of money, while Australia showed the fastest growth rate in the latter years. The United Kingdom, although fluctuating more than Australia, maintained a moderate upward trend overall.