In 2023, Switzerland led global intramural R&D expenditure per capita, followed by the United States and Sweden. Year-over-year data shows notable increases in Belgium and the United States. Lesser variations are observed in countries such as Luxembourg and Japan.
Fast-growing nations include Estonia, Portugal, and Lithuania, displaying double-digit growth. Smaller advancements are evident in larger economies like Germany and France, with Macedonia being the only negative outlier. The broader five-year trajectory reveals sustained growth trends driven by technological advances and prioritized R&D investments in many countries.
Future trends to watch include increasing R&D activity in emerging economies, a shift towards software and AI research, and global collaborations to spur innovation. Additionally, geopolitical dynamics and economic shifts may impact these expenditures.
Top countries in Intramural R&D Expenditure in the All Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Switzerland | 2,760 | 2023 | +2.6% | +3.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 2,260 | 2023 | +4.72% | +7.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 1,800 | 2023 | +1.49% | +3.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1,690 | 2023 | +6.51% | +7.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 1,690 | 2023 | +1.95% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 1,590 | 2023 | +4.45% | +4.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1,530 | 2023 | +2.01% | +1.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 1,530 | 2023 | +2.4% | +2.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 1,490 | 2023 | +3.87% | +3.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1,480 | 2023 | +4.06% | +4.91% | View data |
