The self-employed sector in recreational activities showcases significant geographic disparities. The United States leads with 480,000 self-employed individuals, showing a marked decline, while the UK and Germany follow, exhibiting slight decreases. Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain demonstrate incremental gains. Smaller economies like Latvia and Lithuania display significant growth, outpacing their larger European counterparts. Historically, the U.S. has seen a steep drop, whereas countries like Spain, Hungary, and Denmark show year-on-year increases.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of digital platforms on increasing self-employment opportunities globally, and growing demand for sustainable and localized recreational experiences that may further diversify the sector.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Recreational Activities Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 480 | 2023 | -75.15% | -22.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 167.3 | 2023 | +1.75% | -1.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 133 | 2023 | -2.21% | -1.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 79.2 | 2023 | +0.76% | +1.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 61 | 2023 | +1.67% | +2.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 54.6 | 2023 | +3.21% | +7.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 19.3 | 2023 | +2.12% | -1.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 19 | 2023 | 0% | +1.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 13.59 | 2023 | -0.074% | +5.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 13 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
