As of 2023, Germany leads with 41.99% in Europe's precious metals employment share, followed by Italy at 36.99%. Notable growth occurred in Italy (19.92%) and Croatia (8.6%), while Greece saw a decline of 12.13%. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate has shown moderate growth in countries like Croatia and Poland, contrasting with minor declines in major markets like Germany.
Future trends to monitor include shifts in Italy's continued expansion and potential stabilization in Germany's share. Brexit impacts and economic shifts in Eastern Europe may also alter the employment landscape in the sector. Digital transformations in manufacturing processes could further influence country-specific employment figures.
Top countries in Precious Metals Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 41.99 | 2023 | -0.82% | -2.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 36.99 | 2023 | +10.32% | +19.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 4.8 | 2023 | +7.16% | +8.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 4.24 | 2023 | +2.82% | +3.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 1.81 | 2023 | +3.31% | +1.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 0.67 | 2023 | 0% | -2.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 0.47 | 2023 | -2% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 0.32 | 2023 | -19.51% | -12.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 0.31 | 2023 | 0% | +0.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.2 | 2023 | -4.55% | -5.59% | View data |
