In the German wholesale of waste and scrap and other products sector, employee numbers are projected to rise from 73.11 thousand in 2024 to 75.43 thousand in 2028, marking a consistent year-on-year growth: 0.81% from 2024 to 2025, 0.79% from 2025 to 2026, 0.78% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.76% from 2027 to 2028. Assuming a stable environment, this growth equates to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 0.79%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements enhancing efficiency in waste and scrap processing.
Regulatory changes impacting the labor force and operational demands within the sector.
Growing environmental sustainability focus potentially driving an increase in sector demand.