The employee count in the UK's malt liquors and malt sector is projected to decrease year-on-year from 2024 to 2028, with an annual decline starting at 15.86 thousand in 2024 and dropping to an estimated 13.77 thousand by 2028. This decline reflects an average annual contraction (CAGR) of approximately -3.5% over this five-year period. In 2023, the industry employed around 16.4 thousand individuals, indicating a consistent downward trend in employee numbers.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements and automation potentially impacting workforce requirements, and evolving consumer preferences that could reshape demand dynamics in the malt sector. Additionally, policy changes regarding alcohol production and trade could influence employment trends.
