Global Self-Employed People in Repair and Installation of Machinery and Equipment Sector by Country

In 2023, Italy and Poland led in self-employed hours for machinery and equipment repair, while New Zealand experienced a significant 23.72% increase. Most countries saw declines in hours or modest growth. Detailed analysis shows:

• Italy remained steady with a slight decrease (-0.18%).
• Poland had a notable decline (-0.85%).
• Spain grew by 0.24%.
• New Zealand jumped significantly by 23.72%.
• Greece decreased substantially (-7.29%).
• Ireland saw notable growth at 16.14%.
• Iceland experienced a large decline (-3.78%).

For future trends, digitalization and automation may affect demand, with more sustainable practices increasing. Countries investing in tech advancements and training may see growth, while those lagging may face declines. Monitoring legislative changes affecting the self-employed sector will be crucial.