South Korea leads in R&D employment in high-intensity sectors with a significant workforce. Germany and the United Kingdom follow, albeit with notably less employment numbers. Italy and Poland are mid-tier, while countries like Switzerland and Spain show moderate figures. Innovation-driven economies, including Denmark and Belgium, report low, yet robust growth.
Year-on-year growth in 2023 highlights strong performance in Germany and Austria. Finland and Slovakia experienced declines, suggesting possible economic or strategic shifts. Other European nations like Sweden and Greece showed reduced growth, indicating potential competitive challenges or restructuring.
Future trends to watch include increasing digital transformation, sustainability initiatives, and strategic R&D investments shaping employment structures globally. Emerging markets may increase R&D employment as they embrace tech-led innovation.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in High (3-Digit Definition) R&D Intensive Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 1,220 | 2023 | +1.11% | +1.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 890 | 2023 | +1.02% | +1.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 404.24 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 341.3 | 2023 | +0.18% | +0.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 208.2 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 186.89 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 170.7 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 144.71 | 2023 | +0.89% | +0.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 113 | 2023 | 0% | -0.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 110.33 | 2023 | +0.74% | -0.031% | View data |
