In 2023, Italy led the European private non-profit expenditure on R&D in social sciences with 46.39 million euros, showing modest growth of 0.56%. Finland held the second position at 20.85 million euros, maintaining steady progress without growth. Portugal marked significant growth with a 23.56% increase, reaching 5.6 million euros. Conversely, Estonia decreased slightly by 0.95%, with a value of 2.11 million euros. Spain saw a notable decline of 10.51%, standing at 1.15 million euros. Slovenia and Slovakia lagged with minimal investments.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued emphasis on digital transformation and technology in social sciences.
- Increased funding in countries exhibiting growth, such as Portugal.
- The potential impact of European Union policies on R&D investments.
- Shifts in donor behavior and priorities affecting funding distribution.
Top countries in Private Non-Profit Expenditure on R&D in Social Sciences by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 46.39 | 2023 | +3.08% | +0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 20.85 | 2023 | +4.16% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 5.6 | 2023 | +1.12% | +23.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Estonia | 2.11 | 2023 | +2.43% | -0.0095% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1.15 | 2023 | -12.3% | -10.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 0.8 | 2021 | +22.7% | +166.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 0.22 | 2023 | +3.81% | +0.75% | View data |
