In the European sound recording and music publishing sector, Germany remains the leader with a significant share of 25.43% of employees. France follows at 10.22%, and Sweden at 8.57%. However, Germany's employment share has slightly declined, by 0.57% year-on-year, whereas countries like Sweden and the Netherlands have seen increases of 3.2% and 3.12%, respectively. Emerging markets like Norway, Ireland, Croatia, and Lithuania exhibited notable growth patterns, outpacing declines experienced by Belgium, Switzerland, and several smaller markets.
Future trends may hinge on the digital transformation and streaming opportunities, influencing employment distribution. Countries with emerging music tech startups and robust digital infrastructures may see continued growth in their employment shares.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Sound Recording and Music Publishing Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25.43 | 2023 | +2.52% | -0.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10.22 | 2023 | -1.79% | -0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 8.57 | 2023 | +2.74% | +3.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 8.13 | 2023 | +3.32% | +3.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.18 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 4.67 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.83 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.039% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 3.68 | 2023 | +3.71% | +3.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.25 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.06 | 2023 | -0.24% | -1.08% | View data |
