The European sound recording and music publishing sector reveals varied employment trends. Germany leads with the highest number of employees, while France follows. Scandinavian countries show strong growth, with Norway and Denmark experiencing significant gains. Switzerland's employment numbers declined sharply. Positive movements are noted in Sweden, Netherlands, and Croatia, whereas countries like Luxembourg and Cyprus see decreases. Noteworthy is the stable positioning of France and Spain despite minimal change.
Future trends to watch include the continued growth in Scandinavian countries driven by their robust digital music infrastructure, alongside potential recovery in nations with declining numbers. Focus on technological integration may drive employment up in traditionally stable markets like Germany and France.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Sound Recording and Music Publishing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,250 | 2023 | +2.52% | -0.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 4,120 | 2023 | -1.79% | -0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 3,450 | 2023 | +2.74% | +3.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 3,280 | 2023 | +3.32% | +3.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 2,490 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,880 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,550 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.039% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 1,480 | 2023 | +3.71% | +3.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,310 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1,230 | 2023 | -0.24% | -1.08% | View data |
