The forecasted R&D budget for defense in the US from 2024 to 2028 shows a very slight increase in percentage of Total Government Budget Allocated to R&D (GBARD), moving from 46.89% in 2024 to 47.08% in 2028. The year-on-year variation is negligible, with minor fractional percentage increases, reflecting a stable commitment. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) across these five years indicates a marginal annual average increase, emphasizing steady rather than significant change.
Possible future trends to watch for include the integration of emerging technologies in defense, shifts in government policy or global political tensions potentially influencing budget reallocations, as well as advancements in artificial intelligence, cyber defense, and space technologies. Monitoring how these drivers influence R&D priorities will provide insight into long-term budgetary adjustments.
