The forecast for higher education expenditure on R&D in social sciences, humanities, and the arts in Italy indicates a steady increase from 2.12 billion euros in 2024 to 2.23 billion euros in 2028. As per the latest data, expenditure in 2023 stood at 2.10 billion euros. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent 1.42% to 1.36%. Over the last two years (2023 to 2025), the total growth is marked by a rise of 2.38%, while the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this 5-year period is 1.36%.

Future trends to watch for:

Policy changes or governmental incentives dedicated to the social sciences and humanities, which could alter growth rates.
Potential economic fluctuations impacting expenditure on R&D in these fields.
Technological advancements and digitalization playing a critical role in R&D approaches in the arts.