The global distribution of researchers in the manufacture of electronic components and boards highlights Japan leading with 53.63k FTEs, followed by Taiwan and South Korea with 44.7k and 38.84k respectively. Germany has a more moderate presence with 9.37k researchers, while other countries present significantly lower values. In 2023, notable growth was observed in the Czech Republic and Slovenia, while Romania and Canada saw declines. Over five years, the trend is defined by modest global growth driven by Asian markets, contrasted by relative stagnation or reduction in Western nations.
Future trends to monitor include potential expansions in emerging European markets and sustained growth in Asia, fueled by technological advancements and increased R&D investments in electronic components and boards.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacture of Electronic Components and Boards by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 53,630 | 2023 | +4.33% | +5.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Taiwan | 44,700 | 2023 | +2.44% | +2.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 38,840 | 2023 | +7.28% | +7.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9,370 | 2023 | +1.89% | +2.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2,970 | 2023 | +2.53% | +2.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 1,130 | 2023 | -8.29% | -5.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,030 | 2023 | -2.96% | -4.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 532.34 | 2023 | +19.2% | +39.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 495.42 | 2023 | +2.33% | +3.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 New Zealand | 450 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.14% | View data |
