The number of persons employed in the software publishing sector in Sweden has shown a steady increase from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, employment stood at 24.64 thousand employees, signifying a robust year-on-year growth of 5.7% from the previous year. Observing the last two years, the sector experienced an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.31%. Over the past five years, the average annual growth rate was 6.87%, indicating a consistent upward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

The forecasted 5-year CAGR is expected to slow down to 3.58%, with a total growth rate of 19.23% by 2028.
A shift towards more advanced software solutions, including AI and machine learning, which may influence employment demands.
Increasing focus on remote and hybrid working models, affecting how software publishers manage their workforce.