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Natural Science & Engineering Research in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€9.7bn

2025

€9.7bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€XXX.Xm

Employees

54,618

Businesses

4,868

Wages

€X.Xbn

Natural Science & Engineering Research in France industry analysis

The Natural Science and Engineering Research industry is at the heart of innovation in France. The industry depends on government funding and commercial investment. Revenue is set to climb at a compound annual rate of 4.4% over the five years through 2025 to €9.7 billion. France is one of the leading European powers in life sciences and engineering research, acting as a hotspot for investment in Paris and the Île-de-France region, thanks to having several leading science universities and healthcare companies.

Trends and Insights

  • The government’s spending more on scientific research and development. Since capital and total health expenditures have been climbing, research funding has been on the up.
  • Research in physical and engineering sciences continues to rise. Companies without in-house research departments rely on outsourcing for their next product innovation.
  • Partnerships with other industries boost economies of scale. Relationships are important when products are being developed as they help diversify the risk of research and development costs if a dead end is reached.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France is €9.7bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Natural Science & Engineering Research in France industry in 2025?

There are 4,868 businesses in the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.0 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 4.4 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Natural Science & Engineering Research market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Natural Science & Engineering Research market in France are CNRS – Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Institut National des Sciences Appliquees and CEA – Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies Alternatives

What does the Natural Science & Engineering Research in France include?

Life sciences and Pharmaceuticals, biotech and medical and health sciences are part of the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Natural Science & Engineering Research in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is CNRS – Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique.

How competitive is the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Natural Science & Engineering Research industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Governments and EU legislation heavily regulate scientific research. The development of new scientific and engineering products must follow strict parameters.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Natural Science & Engineering Research in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Research organisations compete for government and private contracts which can constrain profit. Profit depends on the level and reliability of funding from governments and institutions.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Natural Science & Engineering Research in France industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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