In 2023, Italy led the European furniture and home furnishings repair sector with 8,390 employees, followed by Germany and the United Kingdom. The highest growth occurred in Hungary, Portugal, and Croatia, each experiencing significant growth figures, unlike Poland, which saw a steep decline. France, Finland, Norway, and Cyprus also observed contractions. In the last five years, the average annual growth across the region highlights a divergent trend, with some Eastern European countries growing faster than Western counterparts.
Looking forward, countries like Hungary and Romania might continue to see growth, propelled by increased demand for sustainable practices and repair services. Automation and digital integration may shape employment patterns, potentially reducing the need while increasing skill requirements for these roles.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Furniture and Home Furnishings Repair by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 8,390 | 2023 | +4.43% | +4.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 4,380 | 2023 | +5.58% | +2.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 3,800 | 2023 | +1.31% | +1.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 3,230 | 2023 | -2.74% | -2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 2,590 | 2023 | +1.65% | +1.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 1,500 | 2023 | +4.74% | +8.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,470 | 2023 | +6.91% | +7.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 764 | 2023 | +0.39% | +1.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 553 | 2023 | +8.86% | +11.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 465 | 2023 | +3.56% | +13.58% | View data |
