The data for 2023 indicates that Japan leads the self-employed individuals in the paper products manufacturing sector, with a significant margin over other countries. Italy and Germany follow as prominent contributors. Notably, several countries such as Italy and Belgium have stabilized in their numbers from last year. In contrast, Ireland experienced the most considerable decline while Latvia saw a notable increase. Overall, most countries show either minimal decline or stable figures.
Looking ahead, monitoring how technological advancements, such as automation, and global economic shifts impact these figures will be crucial. An increase in demand for sustainable paper products could drive growth and create new opportunities for self-employed individuals in this sector across different nations.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Paper Products Manufacturing Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 53.29 | 2023 | 0% | -4.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 17.32 | 2023 | +2.63% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 8.88 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.55 | 2023 | +6.25% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.44 | 2021 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 1.92 | 2023 | -2.04% | -2.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 1.75 | 2023 | -1% | -0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 1.23 | 2023 | +0.36% | -3.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.8 | 2023 | +24.55% | -9.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.75 | 2023 | +4.29% | +6.51% | View data |
