FINANCIAL SECURITY OF THE UNITED STATES IN THE PRE-TARIFF PERIOD: AN ASSESSMENT OF ECONOMIC STABILITY AND EXTERNAL VULNERABILITIES

Abstract

This article examines the financial security of the United States in the pre-tariff period through an assessment of macroeconomic stability and systemic vulnerabilities. Based on statistical data for 2022–2024, the study evaluates key indicators of financial resilience, including GDP dynamics, capital investment, inflation trends, monetary policy, debt sustainability, and fiscal balance. The findings show that the U.S. economy demonstrated stable growth, low unemployment, declining inflation, and a strong investment environment supported by effective monetary regulation. At the same time, persistent budget deficits and high levels of public debt represent long-term risk factors for financial sustainability, although the global status of the U.S. dollar and strong investor confidence mitigate immediate threats. The research emphasizes that the financial security of the United States during the analyzed period remained high, with vulnerabilities primarily concentrated in the fiscal sphere and external macroeconomic influences. The article highlights the need for continued monitoring of post-2025 developments to assess the impact of tariff-based policies and global shifts on the U.S. financial architecture. Key words: financial security; economic stability; United States; public debt; GDP growth; inflation; monetary policy; fiscal deficit; investment dynamics; macroeconomic indicators