The data reveals that the United States leads with 326,000 self-employed persons in employment services, despite a slight decline of 2.23% in 2023. South Korea and the UK experienced growth, with increases of 1.09% and 6.67%, respectively. Other countries, including Germany, witnessed declines, or remained stable as in the case of the Netherlands and Italy. Over the past five years, self-employment in this sector varied, with changing geographic dynamics and market conditions.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increasing digital transformation, influencing new self-employment opportunities.
- Regulatory changes affecting freelance work policies globally.
- Economic shifts impacting employment trends in top and emerging markets.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Employment Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 326 | 2023 | -0.91% | -2.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 38 | 2023 | +2.7% | +1.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 29 | 2023 | +3.57% | +6.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9 | 2023 | 0% | -2.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 New Zealand | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
