As of 2023, Japan leads with the highest number of persons employed in the Computer, Electronic, and Optical Products sector at 23.65 thousand units, followed by South Korea at 23.03 thousand units. Germany shows positive employment growth, while countries like Spain and Luxembourg experienced notable declines of -6.51% and -7.42%, respectively. The UK, France, and Italy also registered slight declines in employment. On average, countries within this sector have demonstrated varying employment trends over the last five years, with specific countries like Estonia showing positive growth momentum.
Future trends to watch in this industry include:
- The impact of technological advancement and automation on employment levels.
- Shifts in manufacturing and economic policies affecting global and regional employment distribution.
- Rising demand for skilled labor versus the challenges of workforce reskilling and adaptation in advanced economies.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Computer, Electronic and Optical Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 23.65 | 2023 | -2.94% | -2.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 23.03 | 2023 | -0.39% | -0.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 17.52 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 4.88 | 2023 | -1.69% | -1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 4.75 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 4.43 | 2023 | -0.9% | -0.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.96 | 2023 | +0.23% | +0.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.62 | 2023 | -1.22% | -1.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.39 | 2023 | -0.31% | -0.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.19 | 2023 | +0.31% | -1.23% | View data |
