The global distribution of self-employed persons in postal services as of 2023 showed the United Kingdom leading with 31.87 thousand, followed by the United States with 28.57 thousand. Significant year-on-year increases were observed in the United States (15.77%) and Ireland (14.87%), highlighting growth in these markets. In contrast, Germany and Italy experienced declines, indicating potential challenges in their postal sectors. Stability was seen in countries like South Korea and Belgium, with no change in self-employment numbers.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and digitalization, which may influence self-employment in postal services. The potential rise in e-commerce could also alter demands, particularly in countries already showing growth like the UK and US.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Postal Services Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 31.87 | 2023 | +1.75% | +4.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 28.57 | 2023 | +1.96% | +15.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Canada | 8.79 | 2023 | 0% | +1.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 6.59 | 2023 | 0% | -3.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 5.49 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.4 | 2023 | 0% | +2.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.85 | 2023 | +16.67% | +3.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.3 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.65 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 New Zealand | 1.1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
