In 2023, France led European fixed investment in intellectual property products with 28.73 million euros, showing a year-on-year growth of 6.36%. Germany followed at 22.5 million euros, with a moderate growth rate of 2.1%. Notably, Lithuania and Latvia exhibited the highest growth rates, with increases of 10.3% and 16.61% respectively, despite their smaller investment base. Over the past five years, countries like Estonia and Cyprus have shown significant compound annual growth rates (CAGR), indicating robustness in IP investment strategies.
Future trends to watch include the continued robust growth in smaller economies like the Baltic states, which are diversifying and investing more in intellectual property to drive economic expansion. The strong performances in France and Germany reflect their consistent emphasis on technological and innovative advancements, pointing towards sustained investment in IP products. Monitoring shifts in regulatory frameworks and technological advancements across Europe will be crucial for understanding future investment dynamics in the intellectual property sector.
Top countries in Fixed Investment in Intellectual Property Product Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 28.73 | 2023 | +6.66% | +6.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 22.5 | 2023 | +1.87% | +2.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.22 | 2023 | +3.29% | +3.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 9.64 | 2023 | +18.84% | +6.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.48 | 2023 | -0.88% | +3.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 6.93 | 2023 | -1.35% | +4.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.53 | 2023 | +3.22% | +6.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 4.37 | 2023 | +3.95% | +6.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 1.81 | 2023 | +2.86% | +2.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 1.27 | 2023 | +6.33% | +7.1% | View data |
