In 2023, the UK led Global Government Expenditure on R&D in Social Sciences, Humanities, and the Arts at $2.68 billion PPP. Germany followed at $2.54 billion, with South Korea at $1.04 billion. Notable growth includes Hungary's 10.36% and Portugal's 9.82% increases. Conversely, Mexico and Japan saw declines of 6.04% and 0.58%, respectively. Over five years, steady R&D growth is noted, though nation-specific trends vary.
Future trends to watch include:
- Expansion in emerging markets, enhancing their R&D footprint.
- Digital transformations influencing funding decisions.
- A global shift towards interdisciplinary research funding.
Top countries in Government Expenditure on R&D in Social Sciences, Humanities, and the Arts by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars PPP = 2015 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 2,680 | 2023 | +7.43% | +7.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,540 | 2023 | +1.96% | +1.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 1,040 | 2023 | +1.36% | +2.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 771.14 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 611.45 | 2023 | +0.83% | +3.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 336.54 | 2023 | +1.29% | +2.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 324.78 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Taiwan | 317.12 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 248.43 | 2023 | +0.059% | +2.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 231.52 | 2023 | +1.48% | +6.75% | View data |
