From 2013 to 2016, business expenditure on R&D in software publishing in Italy saw no investment. A significant uplift occurred in 2017, with steady growth until 2023, where expenditure reached 2.05 Euros per capita. Year-on-year variations highlight fluctuations, with a notable 70.27% increase in 2018 and a downturn in 2019 by 11.06%. This oscillating pattern continued, though with a general upward trajectory, averaging a 0.92% CAGR over the past five years. Forecasts predict continued growth at a CAGR of 4.31% through 2028, projecting an expenditure of 2.69 Euros per capita by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased investment in AI and automation within software publishing.
- Government policies and funding boosting R&D activities.
- Potential market disruption due to emerging technologies and startups.
- Global economic factors influencing R&D investments in Italy.