The employment in the repair of consumer electronics sector in Italy is expected to grow progressively from 1.06 thousand FTE in 2024 to 1.24 thousand FTE by 2028. This indicates a steady increase in labor demand, with a year-on-year growth of 3.77% in 2025, 4.55% in 2026, 3.48% in 2027, and 4.20% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is projected to be approximately 4.0%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements leading to more complex repair needs.
Growing consumer awareness about sustainable practices, potentially increasing repair demands.
Potential regulatory impacts encouraging repair over disposal.
Upskill requirements for workforce to handle new technological repairs.