As of 2023, employment in the Repair of Household Appliances and Home and Garden Equipment sector was at 3.0 thousand full-time equivalents in France. Forecast data indicate a gradual decline over the coming years, with the employment figures expected to decrease to 2.8 thousand by 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -1.35% over the five-year period. The year-on-year variation reveals a slight but consistent decline each year.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of technological advancements on job roles and required skills in the sector.
- Consumer preferences potentially shifting towards more disposable or less repair-intensive appliances and equipment.
- Regulatory and environmental policies promoting longer product life-cycles and repairability, which could influence employment stability or growth in the sector.