The 2023 data on global total researchers in the wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles by country show South Korea leading significantly with 14.41 thousand full-time equivalents. Canada follows with 9.12, while Japan, the United Kingdom, and Italy are critical players with values between 6.5 and 3.43. Other European countries like Germany, Poland, and Spain show moderate values. Interestingly, significant year-on-year changes include Slovakia's 14.31% increase and a marked decline in Estonia at -13.76%. The sector shows growth trends in several Asian countries, indicating a shift in research focus.
Future trends to watch include potential continued growth in Asian markets and digital transformation advancements. The UK's robust 10.21% increase hints at innovation-driven growth, while declining trends in countries like Romania and Estonia could suggest lagging behind in technological adoption and workforce investment.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 14,410 | 2023 | +5.4% | +5.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 9,120 | 2023 | +0.45% | -1.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 6,500 | 2023 | +5.73% | +5.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6,120 | 2023 | +3.87% | +10.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 3,430 | 2023 | +4.11% | +6.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 3,260 | 2023 | +3.82% | +4.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2,910 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 2,180 | 2023 | +1.35% | +2.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Taiwan | 2,120 | 2023 | +7.12% | +8.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Australia | 1,920 | 2023 | -1.47% | -1.95% | View data |
