The forecast for total hours worked in textiles, wearing apparel, and leather products in France shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 124.21 million hours and decreasing to 99.52 million hours. This represents a consistent annual decrease. In 2023, hours were slightly higher, marking the beginning of this downward trajectory. Recent trends have shown a year-on-year decrease, indicating sectoral challenges such as automation and changing labor dynamics.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of technology on reducing labor needs.
- Changes in consumer demand influencing production levels.
- Global economic shifts that may affect France's textile industry strategies.
