Countries by Research and Development Spending as % of GDP 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by total gross expenditure on research and development as a percentage of GDP in 2024, according to OECD Main Science and Technology Indicators. Israel leads global R&D intensity with over 5% of GDP directed toward research and development — a consequence of a technology-driven economy, a culture of military-sourced innovation, mandatory national service that channels talent into technical roles, and a venture capital ecosystem that funds breakthrough research from academic institutions into commercial products.

✨ AI Insight

Israel's R&D spending leads the world at 5.6% of GDP, reflecting its unique blend of military innovation and a robust tech ecosystem. South Korea follows with 4.9%, indicating a strong commitment to technology and industrial advancement. The gap between these leaders and others like the United States and Germany, both at 3.1%, highlights a significant disparity in R&D investment among developed nations. This trend suggests that countries prioritizing R&D may achieve faster technological advancements and economic growth. The relatively lower percentages of countries like Denmark at 2.9% may indicate a need for increased investment to stay competitive in the global market.

Source: Wikipedia

Key Findings

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Israel leads with 6 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 4 · median: 3.

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Gap in 2024: Israel is 1.9× larger than Denmark.