In 2023, business enterprise R&D expenditure in the manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment in the US stood at a value not explicitly provided in the data. As of 2024, forecasts predict a steady increase, with values rising from $32.63 billion to $38.48 billion by 2028. This indicates a robust year-on-year growth rate, with the expenditure forecast to grow consistently each year through 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period suggests a healthy and sustained upward trend in R&D investment in this sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing investment in AI and machine learning technologies, driving further R&D spending.
The expansion of cloud computing may bolster demand for advanced peripheral equipment.
Heightened focus on cybersecurity could stimulate additional investments in R&D.