In 2023, Colombia had the highest number of self-employed persons in the food and beverages sector, with over 39,660 persons. South Korea and Japan followed, while European countries such as Italy, France, and Germany exhibited moderate numbers. Notably, the United States and Poland experienced significant declines in self-employment, with year-on-year decreases of 3.49% and 7.09%, respectively.
The outlook for the future suggests a few key trends to watch:
- Growth potential in developing economies, which might see an increase in self-employment as local markets expand.
- Stable but gradual declines in countries facing strong competition and market saturation.
- The impact of digital transformation, which may reshape traditional self-employment roles in the food and beverage industry.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Food and Beverages Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 39.66 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 13.27 | 2023 | +2.2% | +1.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 12.98 | 2023 | -1.09% | -0.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.27 | 2023 | -1.37% | -1.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.56 | 2023 | 0% | +0.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United States | 5.14 | 2023 | 0% | -3.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 4.42 | 2023 | -3.12% | -2.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.14 | 2023 | 0% | -2.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.28 | 2023 | 0% | -2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1.28 | 2023 | -10% | -7.09% | View data |
