In 2023, the employment in the books, periodicals, and other publishing activities sector in Germany stood at 140,000 persons. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent yearly decline, with a drop from 136,000 persons in 2024 to 119,000 persons by 2028. Year-on-year, this reflects a decrease of approximately 2.9% from 2024 to 2025, 3.8% from 2025 to 2026, and 3.1% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 suggests an average annual decline of around 3.3%.
Future trends to watch for include the ongoing digital transformation of the publishing industry, which may lead to further workforce reductions. Additionally, economic factors such as budgetary constraints and changes in consumer preferences could exacerbate employment declines. Monitoring technological adoption and demand for physical vs. digital products will be critical for future forecasting.
