The number of self-employed persons in publishing in France stood at 7,000 units in 2023. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 show a gradual increase from 8,000 to 9,000 persons, indicating a stable growth pattern. The year-on-year variation between 2024 and 2025 is 0%, while a 12.5% increase is anticipated between 2025 and 2026. The cumulative average growth rate (CAGR) over five years suggests modest yet steady progression in the self-employed publishing sector.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in digital publishing, shifts towards self-publishing platforms, and evolving content consumption preferences. These factors may drive further growth in self-employment within the industry.