Forecast: Healthcare Expenditure on Hospitals in the UK

The healthcare expenditure per capita on hospitals in the UK shows a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the expenditure was below 1.59 thousand euros, showing a consistent year-on-year growth of approximately 0.63% per annum. This incremental rise suggests a cautious but positive outlook on healthcare investment, following similar annual increases through to 2028, with the highest noted in 2028 at 1.64 thousand euros per capita.

Future trends to watch for include:

• Potential impacts of technological advancements on healthcare efficiency and cost.
• Policy changes in healthcare funding post-Brexit.
• Changing demographics and aging population resulting in increased demand.
• Inflation effects on healthcare budgets and per capita spending.