In 2023, China dominated the global total internal R&D personnel share in the manufacture of fabricated metal products, computers, electronics, and other transport equipment, accounting for a substantial 61.12% of the workforce. Japan (10.6%) and Germany (8.28%) followed as significant contributors. Year-on-year variations show that China experienced a notable increase of 5.25%, while South Korea and Taiwan also reported growths of 3.37% and 3.16% respectively. Notably, Canada showed a decline of 2.04% in R&D personnel share.
Future trends suggest an expansion of China's influence, with other significant Asian economies, like South Korea and Taiwan, continuing to grow their R&D personnel. Emerging regions in Eastern Europe and smaller European countries such as Slovakia and Slovenia may see increased activity, driven by their year-on-year growth rates.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Manufacture of Fabricated Metal Products, Computer, Electronic and Optical Products, Electrical Equipment, Machinery, Motor Vehicles and Other Transport Equipment Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 61.12 | 2023 | +3.97% | +5.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 10.6 | 2023 | +1.43% | +1.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 8.28 | 2023 | +1.77% | +2.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 6.68 | 2023 | +3.33% | +3.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Taiwan | 4.71 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 2.46 | 2023 | +2.63% | +2.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 2.02 | 2023 | +1.81% | +0.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 0.79 | 2023 | -1.89% | -2.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.65 | 2023 | +4.54% | +5.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.6 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.15% | View data |
