The analysis of the global employment landscape in the rubber and plastics products, and other non-metallic mineral products sector reveals varied trends across countries for 2023. The United States leads with 22.14 thousand employees, closely followed by Japan with 21.91 thousand. Growth was notable in Poland with 1.33% and South Korea at 0.98%. However, notable declines were in Italy (-1.6%), the United Kingdom (-1.2%), and Finland (-1.41%).
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements impacting labor demands, potentially reducing employee numbers in developed markets due to automation.
- Emerging markets, like Poland, may continue growth due to competitive labor costs and expanding industrial bases.
- Economic policies and environmental regulations will play crucial roles in shaping employment dynamics across the globe.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Rubber and Plastics Products, and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 22.14 | 2023 | +0.087% | +0.052% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 21.91 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 13.22 | 2023 | +0.29% | +0.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.54 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.59 | 2023 | -1.63% | -1.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 4.89 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.37 | 2023 | -0.89% | -1.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.3 | 2023 | -1.76% | -0.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.12 | 2023 | -2.29% | -2.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 3.12 | 2023 | +0.67% | +0.25% | View data |
