As of 2024, South Korea leads in the global number of persons employed in high R&D intensive activities, with Germany and France closely following. Major European countries such as the United Kingdom and Italy also hold significant shares. Growth trends over the last year have been positive for most European nations, while Colombia and some Nordic countries face declines. South Korea and Germany show robust growth with 0.82% and 1.51% respectively, with Greece experiencing notable improvement at 1.54% year-on-year.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts as countries like Germany continue to enhance their R&D investments significantly. Countries reporting declines, such as Finland, Slovakia, and Ireland, may need to reassess strategies to bolster their R&D sectors. Additionally, the impact of AI and technology advancements could alter employment dynamics in this field globally.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in High (2-Digit Definition) R&D Intensive Activities Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 20.65 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.93 | 2023 | +1.15% | +1.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 14.5 | 2023 | +0.5% | +1.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 7.04 | 2023 | +0.08% | +0.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.03 | 2023 | +0.034% | +0.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 4.31 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.98 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 3.26 | 2023 | +0.7% | +0.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.21 | 2023 | +0.22% | +0.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Colombia | 3.02 | 2023 | -0.5% | -0.46% | View data |
