As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, it is an opportunity to reflect on its position in the global economy. This paper examines America’s current economic standing and the factors behind its long-standing dominance, while highlighting growing fiscal risks and increasing competition from China.

Key takeaways:

• The United States continues to maintain its position as the world’s leading economic power.
• The country’s greatest competitive advantage remains its technological edge.
• Alongside China’s rising competitiveness, the growth of public debt represents a key but often overlooked challenge.

Analysis – Martin Zeman

The analysis is in PDF under the link below.