As of 2023, the number of self-employed individuals in high R&D intensive activities in Germany stood at 17,000 persons. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a decline to 16,000 persons. This indicates a -5.88% decrease from 2023 to 2024, followed by a plateau, reflecting stability without further growth or decline.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts from technological advancements, government policy on R&D incentives, and economic shifts which could influence self-employment dynamics in this sector. Monitoring these factors will be crucial to understand changes in the landscape of R&D-intensive activities.
