In 2023, Italy led the self-employed sector in scientific R&D with 33.24 million hours, marking a 1.94% increase. The UK saw a substantial growth of 12.4%, while Spain and Germany experienced declines. France achieved a notable 6.57% rise, contrasting with a decrease in Canada. Most countries experienced moderate changes, except for Lithuania which dropped significantly. Over the past five years, the sector demonstrates a varied annual growth trend across different nations.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements driving remote collaboration and self-employment opportunities.
- Potential impacts of economic changes on self-employed R&D hours.
- Increased support for innovation and entrepreneurship in emerging economies.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Scientific Research and Development Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 33.24 | 2023 | -3.03% | +1.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 19.4 | 2023 | -3.42% | +12.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.04 | 2023 | +4.81% | -0.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10 | 2023 | -9.09% | -6.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.23 | 2023 | +5.76% | +6.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3.51 | 2023 | +1.77% | +1.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2.44 | 2023 | +14.47% | +3.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 2.3 | 2023 | -6.36% | -3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1.22 | 2023 | +1.25% | +6.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 1 | 2023 | +9.03% | +5.99% | View data |
