In 2023, the employment in the Chemical, Rubber, Plastics, Fuel Products, and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products sector in France stood at its highest prior to a projected decline. From 2024 to 2028, employment is forecasted to decrease steadily from 373,000 to 357,000 full-time equivalent units. This indicates a year-on-year decrease of about 1.0% to 1.1%. Over the five-year period, this reflects a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -1.08%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements and automation on sector employment, the evolving regulatory landscape regarding sustainability, and potential shifts in global supply chains impacting demand and workforce dynamics.
