The European Net Operating Surplus in ICT and Information Services displays significant variations across countries as of 2023. Germany leads with 17.39 billion Euros, albeit a slight decrease of 1.4% year-on-year. Ireland and Belgium show robust growth, with 6.29% and 6.07% increases, respectively. The Netherlands, Austria, and Finland report moderate growth, while Luxembourg and Lithuania remain steady. Southern Europe faces challenges; Greece and Spain see stagnation and negative trends, respectively. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rates suggest steady expansion in most countries, except for a few outliers.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements impacting productivity, policy changes in digital economies, and investment shifts towards sustainable technology practices. Countries with strong digital infrastructures and support for innovation are expected to maintain or improve their net operating surpluses. Monitoring economic policies in Ireland and Germany will be pivotal for understanding broader European trends in the sector.
Top countries in Net Operating Surplus in ICT and Information Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17,390 | 2023 | +1.36% | -1.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 14,010 | 2023 | +5.5% | +6.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8,530 | 2023 | +2.2% | +0.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6,350 | 2023 | +3.19% | +3.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 2,440 | 2023 | +3.76% | +6.07% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Luxembourg | 1,220 | 2023 | +5.51% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1,190 | 2023 | +2.67% | +2.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 1,100 | 2023 | +2.2% | +3.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 1,030 | 2023 | +2.79% | +3.03% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 339.3 | 2023 | +5.05% | +4.37% | View data |
