The global employment landscape in the Chemical, Rubber, Plastics, Fuel Products, and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products sectors varied significantly by country in 2023. The United States dominated with 2.08 million full-time equivalents, showing a strong year-on-year growth of 0.16%. The Czech Republic saw a substantial increase of 0.36%. In contrast, the Netherlands and Norway experienced declines of 0.74% and 0.7%, respectively. Austria's employment level slightly decreased by 0.045%. Over five years, a shift in focus toward automation and sustainability potentially influenced these trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements potentially decreasing workforce needs.
- Increased emphasis on sustainable production impacting employment.
- Shifts in global supply chains affecting regional employment variations.
- Potential growth in emerging markets stimulating employment shifts.
Top countries in Employment in Chemical, Rubber, Plastics, Fuel Products and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Thousand Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 2,080 | 2023 | +0.048% | +0.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 201.22 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 105 | 2023 | -0.94% | -0.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 90.07 | 2023 | +0.079% | -0.045% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 25.3 | 2023 | -0.39% | -0.7% | View data |
