The forecast for labor costs in medium-high R&D intensive activities in the US is expected to rise from 1.0375 trillion USD in 2024 to 1.1342 trillion USD in 2028, indicating a continuous upward trend.
The year-on-year percentage variation shows a steady growth: approximately 2.4% from 2024 to 2025, 2.3% from 2025 to 2026, 2.2% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.1% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate over the five-year span from 2024 to 2028 is 2.25%.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from technological advancements, shifts in global trade policies, and economic fluctuations that could affect R&D investment and labor cost dynamics.
