The 2023 data presents a nuanced picture of self-employment in the publishing, audiovisual, and broadcasting sectors. The United Kingdom leads with the highest number of self-employed individuals at 23.54 thousand, marking a significant 3.91% increase. The United States and South Korea follow but with contrasting trends; the U.S. seeing a 1.42% decline, while South Korea experiences a 2.29% growth. Countries like Germany and Italy remain stable, while Colombia reports a notable decrease of 6.49%. Ireland and Lithuania show high positive variations of 8.45%. The five-year CAGR indicates modest growth across most regions.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements driving self-employment growth globally, with digital innovation reshaping how creative content is produced and monetized. Countries with robust digital infrastructures are likely to dominate growth trends, while geopolitical shifts could impact market dynamics. Monitoring these movements will provide deeper insights into the sector's evolution by 2025 and beyond.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Publishing, Audiovisual and Broadcasting Activities Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 23.54 | 2023 | +1.87% | +3.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 23.33 | 2023 | 0% | -1.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 12.1 | 2023 | +3.7% | +2.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 5.18 | 2023 | 0% | +0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 4.97 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.75 | 2023 | +4.76% | +2.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3.67 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.02 | 2023 | 0% | +1.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.02 | 2023 | 0% | +1.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Colombia | 2.81 | 2023 | -13.33% | -6.49% | View data |
