The analysis of self-employed individuals in textiles, wearing apparel, and leather production across various countries in 2024 showcases that Colombia leads with 44.45 thousand self-employed persons. Japan and Italy follow, representing significant shares with 16.26 thousand and 15.24 thousand, respectively. Countries like the United Kingdom, Poland, and France display moderate engagement, while nations such as Germany, Greece, and smaller European states report lower figures. In 2023, Colombia experienced a slight decrease while Japan and Germany saw more pronounced declines. Conversely, France was among the few to record growth.
Future trends may include:
- Technological advancements influencing employment structures.
- Potential shifts from self-employment to corporate setups driven by increased digitization and industrial investment.
- Geopolitical impacts, such as trade adjustments, potentially altering market landscape and employment figures in the textile industry.
- An emphasis on sustainable practices possibly driving niche market growth and new self-employment opportunities.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Textiles, Wearing Apparel, Leather Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 44.45 | 2023 | -0.57% | -0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 16.26 | 2023 | -9.86% | -8.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 15.24 | 2023 | -3.23% | -3.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 5.59 | 2023 | 0% | -3.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.33 | 2023 | -4.55% | -4.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 3.3 | 2023 | 0% | +1.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.54 | 2023 | -9.09% | -3.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 1.52 | 2023 | -14.29% | -9.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 1.02 | 2023 | 0% | -7.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.76 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
