The footwear sector in France has witnessed a declining trend in employment from 2013 to 2023, with employee numbers falling from 5.72 thousand in 2013 to 2.21 thousand in 2023. Notably, the years 2017 and 2019 saw significant yearly declines of 23.22% and 38.57%, respectively. Despite a temporary rise in 2018, the overall trend remains downwards. In 2023, this sector continued to experience a year-on-year decrease of 14.29% and averaged a 14.79% decline per year over the last five years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in production potentially reducing the need for labor.
- Shifts towards more sustainable and ethical production practices, influencing hiring and operational strategies.
- Possible regulatory changes impacting the industry’s labor structure.