In 2023, Italy's higher education expenditure on R&D in social sciences, humanities, and the arts was valued at approximately 3.27 billion US Dollars PPP. The forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady year-on-year growth in expenditure, with values predicted to reach 3.52 billion US Dollars PPP by 2028. The average Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this period is estimated to be modest but positive, reflecting consistent investment growth in these fields.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential policy changes in the Italian government that could impact funding priorities.
Shifts in the societal importance placed on social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
Impact of global economic conditions on Italy's budget allocation toward education R&D.
The role of digital transformation and innovation in influencing research priorities and expenditures.