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United States

Includes historical data for United States’ Gross Domestic Product growth, debt-to-GDP ratio and more, as well as information on trade, banking and financial sector leadership.

The World’s Most Dynamic, Diversified Economy

A political and economic powerhouse, the United States is home to a large consumer market, advanced infrastructure, and a well-educated workforce. Its diversified and dynamic economy makes it a leading producer of oil, gas and other mineral resources, a pioneer in research and innovation, as well as an agricultural and industrial behemoth, and a top tourist destination. Favorable corporate taxation, a high level of business freedom, and a wide range of financial, insurance and banking services allowed the U.S. to become the top destination in the world for foreign direct investment. Challenges include high public debt, a polarized political landscape, an aging population and income inequality, as well as the competition with China in trade, technology and global political influence.

Macroeconomy & Sovereign Data

Type of Government Federal democratic republic
Capital Washington, D.C.
Sovereign Ratings S&P: AA+
Moody’s: Aaa
Fitch Ratings: AA+
Total Population 337.1 million
Median Age 38.3
Adult Per Capita Income (PPP) 89,341
Total GDP (2023) 28.8 trillion

United States GDP & Economic Overview

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Trade & Investment

Total Exports USD 3.1 trillion (2023)
Leading Exports Refined petroleum
Crude petroleum
Natural gas
Cars
Integrated circuits 
Total Imports USD 2.1 trillion (2022)
Leading Imports Crude petroleum
Cars
Broadcasting equipment
Garments
Computers
Source: World Integrated Trade Solution

United States Leading Companies

Walmart Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail
Amazon Consumer Discretionary, Information Technology
Apple Consumer Discretionary, Information Technology
Alphabet Information Technology
Microsoft Information Technology
JPMorgan Chase Financials
Berkshire Hathaway Financials, Multi-Sector Holdings

Major Trade Partners — Import

China 18%
Mexico 13%
Canada 12%
Japan 5%
Germany 5%

Source: World Integrated Trade Solution

Major Trade Partners — Export

Canada 18%
Mexico 16%
China 9%
Japan 4%
South Korea 4%

Source: World Integrated Trade Solution


Data Sources:

IMF World Economic Outlook

UN World Population Prospects

World Inequality Report

S&P Global Ratings

Moody’s

Fitch Ratings

IMF Direction of Trade Statistics (DOTS)

UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

CIA The World Factbook

World Bank’s World Integrated Trade Solution

Forbes Global 2000

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