The output of sports activities, amusement, and recreation activities in Poland has shown significant variation over the years. Starting in 2013, there was a slight decline observed in 2014 with a decrease of -3.34% year-on-year. A recovery began in 2015 with a 3.66% increase, followed by substantial growth in 2016 at 20.04%. The upward trend continued through 2018 with an 18.45% increase, although growth decelerated to 5.96% in 2019. The impact of external factors was evident in 2020, with a 6.48% contraction. Recovery was steady but modest in 2021 (4.46%) and 2022 (4.17%). As of 2023, the output stood at 16.7 billion Zloty, signifying a 3.96% year-on-year growth.
Looking at the longer-term growth, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the five years ending in 2023 is 2.31%, indicating moderate growth. The forecast for the next five years predicts a CAGR of 2.69%, reflecting a projected growth rate of 14.19% by 2028, culminating in an output of 19.79 billion Zloty.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Technological integration in recreation activities
- Growing popularity of e-sports and virtual reality gaming
- Increased investments in wellness and fitness sectors
- Potential resurgence in outdoor activities following lifestyle changes post-pandemic
