In 2023, Germany led significantly in European wages and salaries for medium-high R&D-intensive activities with 61.38 million Euros, dwarfing France's 16.84 million Euros, and Spain's 7.24 million Euros. Other countries like the Netherlands, Austria, and Finland also contributed notably but at lower levels. From 2023, Germany saw a 2.59% rise, while Finland had a 1.99% increase. Slovakia had the highest growth at 4.1%, signaling a remarkable upward trend, whereas Greece and Luxembourg exhibited modest growths of 2.43% and 3.13%, respectively. Overall, these countries have shown consistent year-to-year developments in this sector.
Looking forward, the European market for medium-high R&D-intensive activities is expected to maintain its growth trajectory. With technological advancements and increased investment in innovation, countries such as Germany and France will likely continue dominating this landscape. Emerging economies within the region may experience accelerated growth as they enhance their R&D capabilities to align with European leaders. Monitoring policy changes, technological investments, and cross-border collaborations will be crucial in assessing the future landscape of European R&D wages and salaries.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries in Medium-High (2-Digit Definition) R&D Intensive Activities Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 61.38 | 2023 | +2.28% | +2.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 16.84 | 2023 | +1.88% | +2.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7.24 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 5.95 | 2023 | +2.07% | +1.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 3.85 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 2.32 | 2023 | +2.09% | +1.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1.11 | 2023 | +3.64% | +4.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.51 | 2023 | +2.54% | +2.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.41 | 2023 | +1.35% | +2.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 0.39 | 2023 | +3.19% | +3.13% | View data |
