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US Global Reports and Rankings
Thinking about taking your business to the US? Wondering how it stacks up against other countries? You’re not alone! In today’s interconnected world, understanding a country’s strengths and weaknesses on a global scale is crucial.
This page is your one-stop shop for navigating the US through the lens of trusted international reports and rankings. By exploring these diverse reports, you will gain valuable perspectives on the US’s competitiveness, ease of doing business, governance indicators, and transparency, equipping you to make informed decisions and navigate the nuances of the US market with greater confidence.
World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Index – US
This annual index ranks over 130 countries on their relative competitiveness across a number of indices: Basic Requirements, Efficiency Enhancers, and Innovation and Sophistication Factors. Each country has its own profile with sub index scores and trends over time. The latest edition of this report was published in 2020.
World Bank Group Doing Business Report – US
This annual report rates and ranks 190 countries on their ease of doing business. A high ease of doing business ranking means the regulatory environment is more conducive to the starting and operation of a local firm. Each country’s profile contains information on things such as taxes, time to set up a business, and trading across borders.. The latest edition of this report was published in 2020.
World Bank Group Worldwide Governance Indicators
This project reports aggregate and individual governance indicators for over 200 countries and territories from 1996–2022. It covers six dimensions of governance, including Voice and Accountability, Political Stability and Absence of Violence, Government Effectiveness, Regulatory Quality, Rule of Law, and Control of Corruption.
World Economic Forum Global Information Technology Report
The Global Information Technology Report features the iteration of the Networked Readiness Index. The Networked Readiness Index assesses the factors, policies, and institutions that enable a country to fully leverage information and communication technologies (ICTs) for increased competitiveness and well-being. The last Global information Technology report was released in 2016.
World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report
The World Economic Forum uses the Global Gender Gap Report to quantify the magnitude of gender disparities and tracks their progress over time. It places a specific focus on the relative gaps between women and men across four key areas: health, education, economy, and politics.
Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index – 2023
Every year, Transparency International publishes a report on perceived public sector corruption around the world. Transparency International looks at a number of areas where corruption can take place, such as education, and defense and security.
Free and open access to global development data – The site is designed to make World Bank data easy to find, download, and use. All of the data found here can be used free of charge with minimal restrictions.
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
Find, compare, and share the latest OECD data for the .
This US government resource compiles data about each country, including historical background, geography, people and society, government, economy, energy, communications, transportation, military and security, and transnational issues.
World Trade Organization Trade US Profile
The World Trade Organization (WTO) offers a valuable resource for businesses considering international expansion: the Trade Profile. This profile provides a snapshot of the United States’ trade environment, highlighting key aspects relevant to startups, entrepreneurs, and businesses looking to enter the US market
World Intellectual Property Organization Global Innovation Index
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) publishes the Global Innovation Index (GII), a valuable resource for startups, entrepreneurs, and businesses seeking to understand innovation ecosystems in different countries.
The Global Startup Ecosystem Report by Startup Genome for 2023
For startups, entrepreneurs, and businesses considering the US market, the Global Startup Ecosystem Report by Startup Genome offers valuable insights. This comprehensive report analyzes various aspects of the US startup landscape, providing crucial information for informed decision-making.
International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the United States
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) serves as a valuable resource for businesses considering expansion into the United States. The IMF website offers a dedicated page for the US, providing insights into the country’s economic health, recent economic developments, and the IMF’s ongoing engagement with the US government. This information can be crucial for businesses seeking to understand the overall economic landscape and potential risks and opportunities within the US market.For detailed information visit the dedicated
GSMA Mobile Economy 2023 Report
This report offers valuable insights into the mobile industry landscape across North and South America, including key trends, statistics, and forecasts for mobile subscribers, network coverage, and mobile technology adoption in the US. You can access the
ITU World Telecommunication/ICT Indicators
Gain insights into the state of internet connectivity and access in the United States with the ITU World Telecommunication/ICT Indicators Database. This comprehensive resource, compiled by the United Nations specialized agency for ICTs, provides valuable data on various aspects of the US telecom landscape, including fixed and mobile broadband subscriptions, mobile cellular subscriptions and internet usage statistics. You can access the latest data and explore historical trends through the ITU’s DataHub. This information can be crucial for businesses assessing the digital infrastructure and potential customer base within the US market.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
While the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) does not have a dedicated webpage for individual member countries, it provides information about its activities in the United States through its national member body, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
ANSI is responsible for representing US interests in ISO activities. developing and promoting voluntary national standards that align with ISO standards and providing resources and guidance on implementing ISO standards in the US. Businesses interested in learning more about ISO standards and their relevance in the US can visit the .
References
- World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Index – US
- World Bank Group Doing Business Report – US
- World Bank Group Worldwide Governance Indicators
- World Economic Forum Global Information Technology Report – US
- World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report
- Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index
- World Bank Open Data – US
- Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
- World Factbook – US
- World Trade Organization Trade US Profile
- World Intellectual Property Organization Global Innovation Index
- The Global Startup Ecosystem Report by Startup Genome for 2023
- International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the United States
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)