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.

Corruption is not seen as a major risk for foreign investors in the US, where the market is competitive and offers numerous opportunities. However, businesses must navigate a complex bureaucracy and comply with extensive anti-corruption laws, which can increase operational costs. The US government enforces these laws rigorously, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), which allows limited exceptions for certain payments but warns that violations can occur based on the context and value of gifts.

The United States has maintained its position as the world's largest economy since around 1890, with a projected GDP of over $29 trillion in 2024, representing more than 25% of global economic output. The economy is primarily consumer-driven, with personal consumption expenditures surpassing $18.5 trillion in 2023, while also being a significant industrial power with strengths in technology, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace.

The investment climate in the United States is marked by high economic competitiveness and innovation, making it a prime destination for foreign direct investment. The stability provided by the U.S. dollar, which serves as the world's primary reserve currency, further enhances investor confidence. However, issues such as rising income inequality and insufficient social safety nets pose challenges to long-term economic stability.