The 2023 data on Global Total Business Enterprise R&D Personnel highlights Israel's leadership with 47.37 units per thousand employment in industry. The United States and South Korea follow with significant figures of 21.14 and 23.13 respectively. Countries like Taiwan, Finland, and the Netherlands also show strong numbers above the industry average. Notable growth from 2022 to 2023 includes Estonia's 9.67% increase and Portugal's substantial 10.86%. Conversely, Italy and Chile presented declining trends. Over the last five years, key contributors like the US and Israel displayed healthy annual growth, indicative of robust R&D commitments.
Future trends indicate a continued emphasis on innovation and technology, potentially increasing R&D personnel in technologically advanced economies. The focus on sustainable development and digitization might influence growth differently across countries, with higher investments likely in digital and green initiatives, foreseeing enhanced growth in related sectors globally.
Top countries in Total Business Enterprise R&D Personnel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) Per Thousand Employment in Industry | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Israel | 47.37 | 2023 | +3.09% | +5.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Taiwan | 24.87 | 2023 | +4.11% | +4.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 23.13 | 2023 | +4.72% | +5.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United States | 21.14 | 2023 | +7.19% | +7.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 20.84 | 2023 | +5.36% | +5.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 18.66 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 18.52 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 18.44 | 2023 | +2.02% | +2.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 15.9 | 2023 | +1.51% | +3.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 15.38 | 2023 | +1.19% | +2.03% | View data |
