The analysis of European Non Means-Tested Net Social Protection reveals that Bulgaria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic lead in terms of net social protection relative to gross values. Bulgaria and Slovakia showed minimal changes, while countries like Romania and Malta saw declines. Conversely, Cyprus, France, Belgium, Greece, and Poland exhibited growth. Notably, Greece and Poland had substantial increases, and Lithuania and Slovenia faced considerable drops. The Netherlands experienced a significant uptick in social protection. Stability remains prevalent in leading countries, while incremental shifts suggest varying national strategies towards social protection initiatives.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes as nations adjust to evolving socioeconomic conditions. Themes likely to arise include increased focus on efficiency in social protection spending and adaptability to demographic shifts. Nations experiencing significant variations may adopt innovative models to enhance their social safety nets. Monitoring the balance between sustainability and adequacy of social protection systems will be critical in the coming years.
Top countries in Non Means-Tested Net Social Protection by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Gross Social Protection | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Bulgaria | 99.99 | 2023 | 0% | -0.004% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 99.77 | 2023 | +0.01% | +0.006% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 99.53 | 2023 | -0.01% | -0.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 99.17 | 2023 | -0.01% | -0.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 98.71 | 2023 | 0% | -0.002% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 98.27 | 2023 | 0% | -0.016% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 98.03 | 2023 | 0% | -0.069% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 97.36 | 2023 | -0.041% | -0.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 97.18 | 2023 | -0.072% | -0.096% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 96.72 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.34% | View data |
