In 2023, the labour costs in the German retail trade sector (excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles) were at 84.73 billion Euros. From 2024 to 2028, forecasts show a steady year-on-year increase in labour costs, reaching 92.41 billion Euros by 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for these five years is approximately 1.67%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Possible impacts of automation and technology adoption in reducing labour costs.
Effects of policy changes, such as minimum wage adjustments, on overall labour costs.
Consumer spending patterns influencing workforce demand within the retail sector.