In 2023, labour costs in scientific R&D in France stood at approximately 24.60 billion euros. The forecasted data indicates a steady increase in these costs, from 24.98 billion in 2024 to 26.54 billion by 2028. Year-on-year, this represents moderate increases of around 1.6% to 1.8% annually. Over this five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 1.5%, signaling gradual and consistent growth.
- Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from policy changes regarding R&D tax incentives, shifts in global talent mobility, and evolving technological advancements that may affect productivity and labour demand in the sector.
