The forecast for higher education expenditure on R&D in Italy shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028. There is a steady year-on-year decrease, with values dropping from -0.92 in 2024 to -1.27 in 2028. This indicates a continuous reduction in R&D investment within this sector over the projected period. In comparison, the recorded value for 2023 is missing, making it challenging to establish a direct recent trend or baseline.

Future trends to watch for include:

Government policy changes that might aim to stimulate or cut R&D funding.
Partnerships between universities and the private sector that could offset declines in public funding.
European Union funding initiatives or alterations that might impact R&D funding dynamics.