Germany's government expenditure on R&D in social sciences is projected to follow a steady growth pattern, increasing from $1.34 billion in 2024 to $1.49 billion by 2028. From 2024 to 2025, there is a 2.99% year-on-year increase. The growth rate slightly decreases over subsequent years, with a 2.90% increase in 2025-2026, a 2.11% rise in 2026-2027, and a 2.76% jump from 2027 to 2028. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over this forecast period stands at approximately 2.67%.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential impacts from economic shifts and budget reallocations.
- Increased focus on digitalization and sustainability research.
- Policy changes influencing funding priorities within social sciences.
