In 2023, the number of self-employed persons in business services in Italy stood at a certain baseline. By observing the forecast data from 2024 to 2028, it is evident there is a consistent but slight decline in self-employment figures, decreasing from 3.57 million to 3.53 million. This indicates a marginal year-on-year decrease, averaging approximately 0.28% annually over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements and digital transformation could affect business structure, potentially increasing or decreasing the need for self-employment in various sectors.
Economic fluctuations and regulatory changes might alter the dynamics of self-employment preferences or opportunities.
Demographic shifts and evolving labor market conditions could impact the attractiveness of self-employment as a career path in the business services sector.