In 2023, Italy led the European Net Operating Surplus in Education, capturing the largest share with 34.16 million euros, despite a slight decline of 0.19% from the previous year. Germany closely followed with 31.85 million euros, maintaining stability year-on-year. Noteworthy growth was observed in the Netherlands with a 3.19% increase, and Belgium with a 3.9% rise. Conversely, Spain experienced a significant deficit, lagging behind other countries at -12.44 million euros, showing no improvement from previous years.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts from broader economic shifts, government policy changes in education spending, and demographic factors that might influence educational demands and funding across Europe. Countries showing positive trends, like Belgium and Netherlands, might continue to strengthen their positions, while challenges remain for countries like Spain, necessitating strategic adjustments to improve their operating surpluses in the education sector.
Top countries in Net Operating Surplus in Education Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 34.16 | 2023 | -0.48% | -0.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 31.85 | 2023 | +1.45% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 21.53 | 2023 | +2.97% | +3.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 10.19 | 2023 | +0.7% | -0.041% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 3.66 | 2023 | +0.081% | -0.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 3.03 | 2023 | +4.1% | +3.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 2.48 | 2023 | +3.08% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.12 | 2023 | -3.11% | -2.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 1.67 | 2023 | +2.72% | +1.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.8 | 2023 | +3.29% | View data |
