In 2024, Japan stands out with the largest share of self-employed individuals in the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector across the countries assessed, boasting a significant increase year-on-year. The United States follows, but with a modest rise compared to its Asian counterpart. Dynamic growth is notable in countries like Spain, France, and Belgium, whereas Germany and Canada show slight declines in this demographic. Emerging trends indicate a thriving environment for self-employment in this sector across smaller economies like Lithuania and Slovakia, showing remarkable increases in percentages, reflecting perhaps structural or policy changes favoring the sector.
Future trends to watch include the influence of digital transformation, which could foster increased opportunities for self-employment globally within this sector. The adoption of technology might reshape employment patterns, extending growth in countries yet to harness the full potential of tech-driven arts and entertainment platforms. Additionally, global economic conditions, such as shifts in consumer spending and tourism, may considerably impact these figures moving forward.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Arts, Entertainment and Recreation Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 39.7 | 2023 | +0.097% | +2.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 17.71 | 2023 | -8.55% | +0.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 6.58 | 2023 | -0.29% | +1.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 6.28 | 2023 | -1.21% | -1.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.28 | 2023 | +0.66% | +1.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Colombia | 4.48 | 2023 | -11.47% | -6.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.36 | 2023 | +3.2% | +5.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 2.93 | 2023 | +0.76% | -1.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.81 | 2023 | +1.39% | +2.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 2.19 | 2023 | +3.64% | +4.84% | View data |
