The analysis of 2023 data indicates a diverse range of total hours worked in the Accommodation and Food Services sector worldwide. Colombia leads with 3.53 billion hours, followed closely by the United Kingdom and Italy. Notably, smaller nations like Luxembourg and Iceland register significantly lower figures. Year-on-year variations highlight notable increases in countries like Greece and Ireland, whereas Switzerland shows a rare decrease. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate reveals sustained positive growth across most countries, signifying a recovering or thriving sector. However, the varied responses to economic and market dynamics mark uneven recoveries in other areas.
Future trends worth monitoring include:
- Increasing influence of economic shifts and inflation on labor demands.
- The impact of innovative technologies automating low-skill roles.
- Changes in tourism patterns affecting seasonal employment trends.
- Potential regulatory and policy shifts that may redefine minimum working hours and wages.
Top countries in Total Hours Worked in Accommodation and Food Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 3,530 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 3,460 | 2023 | +1.4% | +2.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,090 | 2023 | +1.22% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 3,060 | 2023 | +1.34% | +1.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 2,420 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2,190 | 2023 | +1.13% | +1.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1,320 | 2023 | +2.11% | +2.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 1,310 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 795.55 | 2023 | +1.6% | +1.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Chile | 780 | 2023 | +1.3% | +1.56% | View data |
