In 2023, Germany's business enterprise R&D expenditure in computer programming, consultancy, and related activities was estimated at 6.2 billion Euros. Over the next five years, significant growth is anticipated, with forecasts suggesting a rise to 9.02 billion Euros by 2028. The year-on-year growth is expected to be consistent, with notable increases projected each year: 8.38% from 2024 to 2025, 7.47% from 2025 to 2026, 6.94% from 2026 to 2027, and 6.49% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is expected to be around 7.7%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased investment in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies.
Growing demand for cloud computing and cybersecurity solutions.
Regulatory changes and their impact on R&D activities.
Collaboration between enterprises and academic institutions for innovative solutions.