The leather products industry experienced variations across countries in 2023, with notable declines in Poland, Japan, and the United States by 2.5%, 3.16%, and 5.38% respectively. Central European countries like the Czech Republic and Slovakia saw sharper drops, while Germany and the Netherlands remained stable. Finland recorded a significant decline at 7.09%. These trends reflect broader economic shifts and industry-specific challenges, such as automation and changing consumer preferences.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Technological advancements impacting workforce dynamics globally.
- Increased sustainability initiatives possibly reducing workforce needs.
- Potential growth in emerging markets influencing workforce distribution.
- Demographic shifts and evolving consumer fashion trends impacting employment patterns.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Leather Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 19.42 | 2023 | -2.55% | -2.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 16.73 | 2023 | -4.17% | -3.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 16 | 2023 | -4.35% | -5.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 14.55 | 2023 | 0% | -0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 13.09 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 7.29 | 2023 | -2.24% | -2.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 2.57 | 2023 | -8.72% | -7.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.36 | 2023 | -2.94% | -3.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 2.04 | 2023 | -3.45% | -3.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 1.49 | 2023 | -3.07% | -2.99% | View data |
