The self-employed in the IT services sector in Italy is forecasted to gradually increase from 181.75 million hours in 2024 to 183.55 million hours by 2028. This represents a modest yet steady growth trajectory with an annual growth rate of about 0.25%. Over the span of five years, the compound annual growth rate is expected to reflect a stable yet slow upward trend.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing digitalization across industries may drive more demand for IT services.
Adoption of remote working could enhance opportunities for self-employed IT professionals.
Pace of technological advancement may require continuous skill updates impacting work hours.
Policy changes in freelancing regulations could alter market dynamics for self-employment.