WLD Patent applications (residents) 2021: Interactive Chart & Historical Data

Latest value: 2,385,200 number (2021-01-01)

Patent applications (residents) (measured in number) is an important economic indicator for WLD, providing insights into structural trends, policy impacts, and development trajectories. This metric is widely used by researchers, analysts, and policymakers to monitor economic conditions and inform decision-making. In WLD, Patent applications (residents) reflects the interplay of domestic policies, global market forces, and long-term demographic and technological changes. Tracking this indicator over time reveals patterns of growth, volatility, and structural transformation that shape the country's economic outlook. Access to reliable, timely data is essential for evidence-based analysis, whether for academic research, investment strategy, or public policy evaluation. The most recent data point shows 2,385,200 number as of 2021-01-01. This dataset spans 1985–2021, covering 37 annual observations. Data is sourced from World Bank and updated regularly on EconDash. Use EconDash's interactive chart to explore Patent applications (residents) data, apply custom date ranges, and benchmark WLD against peer economies.