Germany leads European wages in high and medium-high R&D intensive activities, accounting for 61.81 million euros. This significant figure is followed by Italy at 13.37 million euros and Spain at 7.13 million euros. Smaller economies like Slovenia and Estonia show much lower values at 0.6 and 0.22 million euros, respectively. In 2023, wages grew, with Estonia exhibiting the highest year-on-year increase of 3.41%, while Germany saw a moderate growth of 2.66%. Five-year analysis shows strong growth potential, especially for emerging markets in R&D activities.
Future trends to watch include continued investment in R&D programs and policies, which could further increase wages. Economies like Germany are expected to consolidate their top position, while countries like Estonia might see accelerated growth due to ongoing digital strategies. Observational focus should be on policy changes and emerging technologies, which could significantly impact wages in this sector.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries in High- and Medium-High (2-Digit Definition) R&D Intensive Activities Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 61.81 | 2023 | +2.3% | +2.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.37 | 2023 | +1.54% | +1.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7.13 | 2023 | +1.5% | +1.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6.12 | 2023 | +1.99% | +1.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 4.03 | 2023 | +2.35% | +2.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 3.4 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 2.43 | 2023 | +1.55% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.6 | 2023 | +2.46% | +2.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.5 | 2023 | +1.34% | +2.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 0.38 | 2023 | +2.02% | +1.7% | View data |
