In 2023, Germany led the European government expenditure on R&D in Humanities and the Arts with 80.5 million euros. Spain and the Netherlands followed with 5.54 and 4.82 million euros, respectively. Italy, Slovenia, and Slovakia were also key contributors, albeit at lower levels. Year-on-year, Lithuania and the Netherlands experienced significant growth, showcasing over 9% increases, while Finland saw a decline of 4.22% in its spending.
Future trends to watch for in the European government expenditure on R&D in Humanities and Arts include:
- Potential increasing allocations in response to heightened cultural and historical research interests.
- Monitoring the impact of economic and political changes on funding priorities.
- Anticipation of shifts in expenditure strategies influenced by digital advancements and cross-border collaboration.
Top countries in Government Expenditure on R&D in Humanities and the Arts Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 80.5 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 5.54 | 2023 | +2.2% | +3.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 4.82 | 2023 | +3.3% | +9.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 3.68 | 2023 | +0.11% | +3.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 1.92 | 2023 | +3.35% | +6.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1.62 | 2023 | +3.53% | +5.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 0.99 | 2023 | +2.84% | +10.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 0.99 | 2023 | +5.29% | +5.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.25 | 2023 | +7.57% | +5.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.19 | 2023 | -6.52% | -4.22% | View data |
