The book publishing industry in Europe in 2024 reflects significant variance in employment numbers across countries. Germany leads with 30.73 thousand employees, followed by France at 24.01 thousand. Spain and Italy show mid-range employment figures, while Eastern European countries and smaller European nations demonstrate considerably lower employment levels. Notable year-on-year decreases in employment for 2023 were observed in Poland (-6.56%), Netherlands (-4.38%), and Greece (-10.45%), while France had a notable increase of 8.22%. CAGR over the past five years indicates an overall minor decline across the sector with a few exceptions like Iceland and Cyprus showing positive trends.
Future trends to watch include the impact of digital transformation on employment, potential consolidation within the industry, and the role of government policies in promoting book publishing. The adoption of AI and automation may play a critical role in both providing efficiencies and altering job roles within the sector.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Book Publishing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30,730 | 2023 | +1.34% | -0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 24,010 | 2023 | +2.95% | +8.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12,960 | 2023 | -3.02% | -3.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9,720 | 2023 | -1.13% | -1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7,110 | 2023 | -8.95% | -6.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5,030 | 2023 | -4.23% | -4.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 3,810 | 2023 | +2.06% | +0.084% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3,000 | 2023 | +1.56% | -0.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2,750 | 2023 | -0.4% | -1.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2,350 | 2023 | -0.51% | -0.61% | View data |
