Based on the provided data, the forecast for professionally active midwives in Austria shows a consistent increase from 31.02 units per hundred thousand persons in 2024 to 33.65 units per hundred thousand persons in 2028. This indicates a positive trend in the profession's growth. Back in 2023, the value stood at 30.38 units per hundred thousand persons.
In terms of year-on-year variation, we observe the following:
- From 2024 to 2025: 2.13%
- From 2025 to 2026: 2.08%
- From 2026 to 2027: 2.04%
- From 2027 to 2028: 1.97%
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 2.08%, indicating a stable and moderate increase in the number of professionally active midwives per hundred thousand persons.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of healthcare policy changes, advancements in midwifery education, and demographic shifts that may influence the demand for midwifery services. Keeping an eye on these factors will be crucial for accurately forecasting long-term trends in the profession.