Germany leads in the employment share within the European fabricated metal products sector at 23.33%, despite a slight decline of 0.46% from the previous year. Italy and Poland follow with 14.11% and 9.79%, respectively, both experiencing growth. The United Kingdom and France maintain their positions but with negligible variations. Notably, Slovakia and Bosnia and Herzegovina saw substantial increases, while Romania and Denmark experienced significant declines. Over the past five years, the sector has seen gradual shifts, with mixed CAGR outcomes across countries.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Eastern European countries due to lower labor costs and increasing investments. Technological advancements and sustainability practices could further influence employment shares, particularly for countries adapting faster to these changes. Additionally, geopolitical and economic conditions, such as Brexit impacts and EU regulations, may alter employment distributions within the sector.
Top countries in Fabricated Metal Products (Except Machinery and Equipment) Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.33 | 2023 | +1.01% | -0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 14.11 | 2023 | +1.39% | +1.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9.79 | 2023 | +2% | +1.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 7.59 | 2023 | -0.31% | -0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.27 | 2023 | -0.2% | +0.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 6.09 | 2023 | +0.11% | -0.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4.75 | 2023 | +0.58% | +0.092% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2.31 | 2023 | +4.08% | +3.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.31 | 2023 | -0.49% | +0.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.2 | 2023 | -0.58% | +0.2% | View data |
