United States Country Summary
Sanctions
Low Concern
FATF AML Deficient List
Low Concern
Terrorism
Low Concern
Corruption
Low Concern
US State ML Assessment
High Concern
Criminal Markets (GI Index)
Medium Concern
EU Tax Blacklist
Low Concern
Offshore Finance Center
Low Concern
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Anti Money Laundering
FATF Status
The U.S.A. is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies
Compliance with FATF Recommendations
The latest follow-up Mutual Evaluation Report relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards in the USA was undertaken by in 2024. According to that Evaluation, the USA was deemed Compliant for 9 and Largely Compliant for 23 of the FATF 40 Recommendations. It remains Highly Effective for 4 and Substantially Effective for 4 with regard to the 11 areas of Effectiveness of its AML/CFT Regime.
Sanctions
There are no international sanctions currently in force against this country
Criminality
Rating |
0 (bad) - 100 (good) |
|---|---|
| Transparency International Corruption Index | 65 |
| World Bank: Control of Corruption Percentile Rank | 83 |
The report highlights various criminal markets in the United States, including human trafficking, arms trafficking, drug trade, and cyber crimes, driven by both local and international demand. Vulnerable populations are often targeted, and foreign criminal networks play a significant role in these illicit activities. Despite challenges, the US has shown resilience through international cooperation, a robust legal framework, and efforts to support victims, although issues like corruption and public trust in law enforcement remain concerns.
Economy
The United States boasts the world's largest economy, with a nominal GDP exceeding $29 trillion in 2024, representing over 25% of global economic output. It is characterized by a diverse industrial base and high productivity, with personal consumption expenditures exceeding $18.5 trillion in 2023, making it the largest consumer market globally.
The investment climate in the United States is strong, characterized by a solid legal framework, a vast consumer market, and a highly skilled workforce. It attracts substantial foreign direct investment, benefiting from its status as a global financial hub and the presence of major stock exchanges like the New York Stock Exchange. Despite some challenges such as regulatory complexities and high corporate tax rates, the U.S. remains a top destination for investment due to its innovative environment and significant market opportunities.
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