Just a suggestion...

Adding a special mark, or some kind of emphasis on the political, economical, and financial planets. Make these planets stand out on the map easily. I think it's more of a cosmetic implementation, but will result in a different feel for gamers, and the info can stimulate a sense of strategical planning.

It can be even pushed a step further by marking out the most essential trading planets of the enemies, or the ones that have access to the most resourceful mines. By taking over them we can cripple their economy or production.

I personally believe this will greatly increase the fun of playing DA, whilst it won't be anywhere as frustrating as epic generator did to you guys...