The number of self-employed persons in the scientific R&D sector in Germany is forecasted to remain stable at 8,000 from 2024 to 2028. As of 2023, the figure is not provided, but there appears to be no expected growth or decline in the forthcoming years. With no year-on-year variation, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years and into the forecast is zero percent.

Key future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements that may encourage more entrepreneurship and self-employment.
Regulatory changes impacting self-employment in scientific fields.
Shifts in market demand for specialized R&D services that could influence self-employment dynamics.