Employment in the Non-Specialized Wholesale Trade Sector in France has experienced significant fluctuations since 2013. It reached its peak in 2016 with a value of 39.64 thousand FTE but experienced a drastic drop of 47.53% in 2017. Since then, the sector has been on a declining trend, with minor variances. In 2023, employment stood at 15.36 thousand FTE, reflecting a -5.13% year-on-year variation. Over the last five years, there's been an average annual decrease of -5.27%, forecasting a continued decline to 11.02 thousand FTE by 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements and automation may continue reducing employment.
Potential shifts in market demands and consumer behavior post-pandemic.
Economic policies and trade regulations that may influence the sector positively or negatively.