European Healthcare Expenditure on Day Long-Term Care (Health) by All Financing Schemes Share by Country (Million Euros)

In 2023, Germany led in day long-term care health expenditure among European countries, with a significant 17.86% year-on-year increase, reaching 34.65 million Euros. Spain and Ireland also experienced modest growth, while Italy faced a decline of 4.68%. The United Kingdom saw an 8.02% drop, contrasting sharply with Hungary's 22.2% growth and Croatia's remarkable 51.57% rise, despite its smaller expenditure base. Notable increases were seen in the Netherlands, with a 4.86% rise, and the Czech Republic, at 11.83%.

Future trends to watch in European healthcare expenditure on day long-term care include:

• Germany's continued expansion, driven by demographic pressures and policy support.
• Potential recovery in Italy and the UK as they address the causes of recent declines.
• Emerging markets like Croatia and Hungary showing substantial growth potential, possibly leading to more significant investments.
• The overall impact of aging populations across Europe, necessitating heightened investment in long-term care facilities and services.
• Technology-driven innovations improving cost efficiency and quality of care, influencing spending patterns.