The number of persons employed in the footwear and leather goods repair sector in Italy is forecasted to grow steadily from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 5.99 thousand in 2024, the employment figures are expected to reach 7.93 thousand by 2028. Compared to the actual figures of 2023, this demonstrates a consistent upward trend. The year-on-year growth rates range from 8.35% in 2024/2025 to 6.29% in 2027/2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 7.2%, indicating optimistic growth prospects for the industry.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements improving the efficiency of repair processes.
A growing trend toward sustainability and repair over disposal, potentially increasing demand.
Potential impacts of economic factors on consumer spending in non-essential repairs.