In 2023, China dominated the landscape of total researchers in the manufacture of basic metals, with an overwhelming presence compared to other countries. The data shows a decline in Chinese researchers, decreasing by 2.38%, followed by Japan with a smaller drop of 0.54%. In contrast, South Korea, Germany, and Taiwan exhibited positive growth rates, with Taiwan leading at 5.91%. Among the European nations, Germany and Slovenia noted increases, while countries like Finland and the United Kingdom experienced a downtrend of 4.69% and 11.94% respectively. Canada showed one of the most significant decreases at 10.46%.
Future trends to watch include the potential continued growth in South Korea and Taiwan, driven by innovation and technological advancements. The expansion of R&D investments in metal manufacturing industries could further boost researcher figures in developing countries, while Western nations may focus on improving efficiency due to declining researcher numbers.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacture of Basic Metals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 36,340 | 2023 | -3.95% | -2.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 7,390 | 2023 | -0.054% | -0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 4,030 | 2023 | +3.83% | +3.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 1,990 | 2023 | +1.69% | +1.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Taiwan | 670.92 | 2023 | +2.62% | +5.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 400 | 2023 | +4.71% | +4.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 365.6 | 2023 | +2.73% | +1.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 290 | 2023 | -4.29% | -10.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 270.52 | 2023 | -1.73% | -2.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 202 | 2023 | +1.51% | +2.22% | View data |
