In 2025, the average innovation activity level in the Russian economy reached 24%, with manufacturing sectors hitting approximately 30%. Leading industries reported figures between 75% and 80%, comparable to benchmarks in Canada, Belgium, the US, and Germany.
The top three sectors for innovation are commercial R&D at 80.9%, aerospace manufacturing at 75.5%, and the production of computers, electronic, and optical equipment at 64.5%. Other high-performing sectors include automotive, shipbuilding, and pharmaceuticals.
Leading organizations employ an average of 285 people, nearly double the 160-person average in other sectors. Furthermore, 48.3% of their staff hold higher education degrees, compared to 38.9% in non-leading groups.
Financial investment in leading sectors is substantial, with capital investments reaching 2.6 ₽ trillion. Spending on technological innovations totaled 1.9 ₽ trillion, with 58.8% of these funds allocated specifically to research and development activities.
State support plays a significant role, as budget funds cover approximately 40% of innovation costs in leading sectors. These organizations produced 1.8 ₽ trillion worth of innovative products under state and municipal contracts during the reporting year.
