USA Business

Although challenged in recent years, the USA remains the world's largest and most diverse economy and the place where many of the world's businesspeople aspire to operate. The USA is one of the most technologically advanced, most affluent societies in the world, and its technical and business service sectors rank second to none. Always one of the most open of the world's economies, the USA has reaffirmed its commitment to free trade through membership in NAFTA and the new World Trade Organization.

The Portable Encyclopedia for Doing Business with the United States is an unmatched resource for capitalizing on opportunities in the US. Whether you are importing, exporting, or investing, you will find a wealth of detailed information that will keep you ahead of the competition.

For Buyers: The USA is a major producer of agricultural, animal, and forestry products; machinery; high-tech equipment; and consumer durables and nondurables, among other products.

For Sellers: The USA is the world's largest importer, buying overseas goods ranging from raw materials to intermediate goods to consumer products of all kinds and price ranges.

For Manufacturers: The domestic workforce in the USA is highly skilled and recently has led the world in productivity growth.

For Investors: The USA has always welcomed foreign investment, both in its financial markets--which remain the world's largest and most active--and in its business sectors, where few restrictions limit outsider access.

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