The employment in the manufacture of games and toys sector in Austria showed notable fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. The employment stood at 2,000 full-time equivalents (FTEs) in 2023, indicating a minimal decline of 0.25% year-on-year from 2022 and a negative CAGR of -1.04% over the last five years. While the sector experienced a pronounced increase in employment in 2018 with a 24.73% surge, the trend has been generally downward since then.
Looking forward, the forecasted employment for the sector is expected to continue declining modestly, with a five-year CAGR of -0.18% and a total decrease of approximately 0.9% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in gaming and toy manufacturing.
- Consumer preference shifts towards digital and interactive toys.
- Impact of global supply chain disruptions.
- Policy changes and government incentives in manufacturing.
