In 2023, non-means-tested net social protection spending as a percentage of GDP was highest in France, Iceland, and Norway. The year-on-year variations showed significant growth in Iceland and Poland, while Serbia experienced a slight decline. Over the last five years, the trend points to modest increases, with varying degrees across countries. Notable increases are seen in Greece, Slovenia, and Portugal, reflecting robust social support policies, whereas other countries maintain steady-state changes.
Future trends to watch include potential policy shifts due to economic pressures affecting public spending, demographic changes impacting social service demands, and European Union policy directions influencing social protection allocations.
Top countries in Non Means-Tested Net Social Protection by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of GDP | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 27.74 | 2023 | +0.51% | +1.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 27.5 | 2023 | +9.52% | +10.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 26.18 | 2023 | +1.75% | +2.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 25.65 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 25.3 | 2023 | +0.2% | +3.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 25.15 | 2023 | +0.08% | +1.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 25 | 2023 | +0.73% | +1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 24.55 | 2023 | +0.041% | +0.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 24.05 | 2023 | +1.39% | +4.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 23.86 | 2023 | +0.68% | +1.73% | View data |
