In 2023, the number of employees in the Italian wholesale sector (except motor vehicles and motorcycles) stood at approximately 815.0 thousand units. The forecasted data indicates a steady growth pattern with the number of employees increasing from 818.6 thousand in 2024 to 832.5 thousand by 2028. Year-on-year percentage increases are moderate, showing a consistent upward trend with variations around 0.5% to 1% annually. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this period is projected to be around 0.4%.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements affecting supply chain dynamics, shifts in global trade policies impacting import/export activities, and evolving consumer demands driving wholesale distribution changes. These factors could influence employment growth and sector dynamics over the coming years.
