The global landscape for high R&D-intensive employer distribution shows a dominant presence of the United States, with 49.31 thousand employees in 2023, followed by South Korea. Noticeable year-on-year growth was recorded in Greece, Austria, and Denmark, while declines were observed in Czech Republic, Ireland, Finland, Slovakia, New Zealand, and Lithuania. Interestingly, the Netherlands, Slovenia, Estonia, and Iceland experienced no variation. Over five years, a mixed trend with prominent growth in several European nations is offset by stagnation or decline in others.
Looking ahead, factors such as policy changes, economic shifts, and technological advancements could reshape the rankings, potentially boosting emerging R&D hubs worldwide. Watching Asia's continued ascent and Europe's adaptive strategies could offer vital insights into global R&D employment dynamics.
Top countries in Number of Employees 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 United States | 49.31 | 2023 | 0% | +0.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 15.05 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 6.45 | 2023 | +0.073% | +0.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.3 | 2023 | -0.19% | +0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 3.84 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.17 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.99 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2.14 | 2023 | +0.88% | -0.055% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.96 | 2023 | 0% | -0.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 1.79 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
