The number of self-employed persons in the rubber and plastics products, and other non-metallic mineral products sectors in Italy shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 30.0 thousand units in 2024, it is stable for two years before decreasing to 29.0 thousand in 2026, and further dropping to 28.0 thousand in both 2027 and 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of technological advancements which may reduce the need for self-employed individuals in traditional roles.
Changes in regulatory environments affecting small and medium business owners could influence self-employment numbers.
Shifts towards sustainable and eco-friendly materials could open new opportunities for entrepreneurship in these sectors.