The global self-employed workforce in the wholesale sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, shows varied trends. In 2023, Italy, Spain, and France lead in terms of numbers, with Italy experiencing a decline while Spain and France saw slight growth. The United States and the United Kingdom also saw reductions. Notably, Portugal and Latvia witnessed significant growth, whereas Romania experienced the largest decline. Over the last five years, trends indicate a diverse landscape with fluctuations in growth, showing some countries improving while others retracting.
Future trends to watch include digital transformation impacting the wholesale sector and potential growth in emerging markets. Additionally, economic factors and government policies in each country will likely influence the level of self-employment in this sector.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Wholesale (Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles) Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 392.9 | 2023 | -2.24% | -2.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 221.3 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 104 | 2023 | +14.29% | -1.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 95 | 2023 | +3.26% | +3.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 72.8 | 2023 | +2.39% | +0.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 66.87 | 2023 | +24.55% | -2.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 33 | 2023 | 0% | -2.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 22.5 | 2023 | +0.27% | -2.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 15.37 | 2023 | -0.45% | -3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 New Zealand | 12.8 | 2023 | +2.4% | +3.65% | View data |
