In 2023, Germany led European copper employment with 18.16k employees, despite a slight decrease of 0.45%. Serbia and Bulgaria showed significant growth of 10.13% and 25.44%, respectively. Southern European countries like Italy, Spain, and France experienced declines, with Italy seeing a 4.09% drop. Germany's employment numbers dropped slightly by 0.45%, but it remains the leader. Countries like Greece and Hungary showed positive trends with increases of 38.24% and 5.02%. Latvia and Portugal faced declines, particularly sharp for Portugal with a 12.83% decrease.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries such as Serbia and Bulgaria, driven by investment and expand copper-related industries.
- The continuous decrease in Southern European countries might indicate a shift in industry focus or economic restructuring.
- Monitor Germany's technological advancements and automation, potentially influencing employment numbers further.
- Explore sustainable practices, which could redefine employment needs across Europe’s copper industry.
Top countries in Copper Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18,160 | 2023 | -0.3% | -0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Serbia | 8,800 | 2023 | +11.14% | +10.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 4,870 | 2023 | +23.64% | +25.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 2,810 | 2023 | -4.17% | -4.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1,850 | 2023 | -0.48% | -2.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 1,640 | 2023 | -3.47% | -3.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 1,420 | 2023 | -0.14% | -1.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,280 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,240 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 525 | 2023 | -0.57% | +38.24% | View data |
