The global employment landscape in the rubber, plastics, and non-metallic mineral products sectors is showing varied trends. Germany leads with 18.78 thousand persons, followed by South Korea and Poland. Notable growth figures are seen in countries like Poland, Slovakia, and Estonia, each experiencing significant employment growth over the last year. Conversely, Southern European and Scandinavian countries generally show declining trends. Specifically, Spain and Italy experienced considerable downturns in employment numbers.
Looking forward, automation and sustainability are key areas to watch, potentially reshaping employment dynamics across these industries. Emerging markets might see a rise in employment rates as they adapt to global supply chain shifts.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Rubber and Plastics Products, and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.78 | 2023 | +0.28% | +0.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 12.63 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 12.32 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Colombia | 8.96 | 2023 | -0.8% | -0.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.55 | 2023 | -1.62% | -1.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 6.51 | 2023 | -0.87% | -1.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6.17 | 2023 | -1.28% | -0.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.45 | 2023 | -2.28% | -2.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 4.43 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.05 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.67% | View data |
