In 2023, Germany's higher education expenditure on R&D in engineering and technology was 5.47 billion euros. The forecast for subsequent years indicates a consistent growth pattern: 3.66% increase in 2024, 3.53% in 2025, 3.24% in 2026, 3.14% in 2027, reaching 6.44 billion euros in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 3.21%.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements necessitating increased R&D investment, potential policy shifts affecting funding allocation, and the influence of international collaborations on expenditure patterns. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating funding changes in Germany’s engineering and technology sectors.
