Dimension deep dive
Innovation
A composite of patents, research spending, and knowledge-intensive output, ranking countries by their innovation capacity.
Global leader
Switzerland
Measured as
Global Innovation Index rank
Why it matters
Innovation drives long-run growth and solves emerging challenges. Countries that invest in R&D adapt faster to technological and environmental shifts.
Top countries
Where countries stand
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Countries at the top
Switzerland100
Sweden99.2
United States98.3
United Kingdom97.5
Netherlands96.6
Countries with room to grow
Nigeria5.9
Egypt21
Kenya26.9
Morocco45.4
Colombia47.9