Subject This article discusses and analyzes the competitive advantages of economic profiles of the United States, Germany, China and Russia. Objectives The article aims to short-term forecast the parameters of economic profiles and financial and economic conditions of the United States, Germany, China and Russia, as well as determine certain countries for international cooperation. Methods For the study, we used a systems approach applying the methods of statistical and cluster analyses. Results The article describes the economic profiles and competitive advantages of the United States, Germany, China and Russia on a global scale and shows their impact on the current financial and economic situation. Conclusions and Relevance The article shows that the United States and Russia have ample opportunities for prospective cooperation with various countries. The results of the study should be used when adjusting the policies of international cooperation with developed and developing countries.
Keywords: cluster analysis, competitive advantages, international cooperation, financial and economic condition, economic profile
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