Forecast: Female Researchers in Manufacture of Basic Pharmaceutical Products and Pharmaceutical Preparations in Italy

From 2024 to 2028, the number of female researchers in Italy's pharmaceutical manufacturing sector is forecasted to grow consistently from 1.63 to 1.77 thousand full-time equivalents. This indicates a steady increase in female participation within the industry. The year-on-year growth shows a gradual upward trend.

Between 2024 and 2025, the growth is projected at approximately 1.84%. Similarly, from 2025 to 2026, it's expected to be about 2.41%, maintaining an improving trajectory thereafter, with 2.35% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.31% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is around 2.17%, reflecting ongoing positive momentum.

Future trends to watch include:

• Efforts to enhance gender diversity in pharmaceutical research.
• Policies supporting female career advancement in STEM fields.
• Potential impact of economic trends on the employment sector.