In 2023, the United Kingdom leads in Global Total Internal R&D Personnel in Professional, Scientific, and Technical Activities with the highest share, followed by Germany and South Korea. Among the countries, South Korea has seen the highest year-on-year growth rate of 14.07%, with New Zealand also showing significant growth at 14.03%. In contrast, Latvia experienced a notable decrease of 7.2%. Over the past five years, countries like Lithuania have emerged with impressive compound annual growth, showcasing the increasing emphasis on R&D personnel in these regions.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in rapidly developing countries and strategic initiatives in developed nations. Emphasis on innovation and technology development is likely to drive further investment in R&D personnel. Monitoring policy changes, investment in technological infrastructure, and international collaboration will be crucial to understand the evolving landscape.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 19.16 | 2023 | +2.3% | +3.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 15.39 | 2023 | +3.27% | +3.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 8.4 | 2023 | +9.89% | +14.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.18 | 2023 | +1.62% | +2.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Israel | 7.29 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 6.97 | 2023 | +1.24% | +2.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 6.47 | 2023 | +4.86% | +3.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Japan | 6.28 | 2023 | +3.88% | -0.015% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 5.9 | 2023 | +3.42% | +3.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Australia | 2.97 | 2023 | +1.71% | +2.9% | View data |
