The purpose of the research - is to analyze the current state of clustering in small and medium-sized enterprises and give recommendations based on the information obtained.

The methodology of the research - SWOT analysis, secondary data analysis, synthesis and other methods were widely used during the study.

The practical importance of the research - the results of this study can be used in the development of a number of strategies, plans and forecasts on the clustering of SMEs.

The results of the research - the role of clustering in increasing the development of exports, investment attractiveness, production, research, technological and other directions in the SMEs and state support for this area were noted.

The originality and scientific novelty of the research - the current state of the clustering of SMEs was analyzed and corresponding recommendations were given.

Keywords: small and medium-sized enterprises, entrepreneurship, competition, cluste- ring, state support, cluster company.