In 2023, the European fur articles employment landscape was dominated by Greece and Italy, holding the largest shares with 37.22% and 33.56% respectively. Smaller shares were noted in major markets such as Poland, Spain, and France. The decline in employment was evident in most countries, with Poland and Finland experiencing the steepest reductions at 12.2% and 11.65% respectively. In contrast, Croatia and the Netherlands saw modest increases of 6.72% and 4.56%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years should be considered for a comprehensive trend understanding.
Future trends to watch include potential employment shifts driven by sustainability and ethical concerns, technological advancements in fur production, and potential regulatory changes. The evolving consumer preferences may also reshape the employment distribution across the European region.
Top countries in Fur Articles Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 37.22 | 2023 | +1.6% | -2.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 33.56 | 2023 | -0.41% | -1.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 5.46 | 2023 | -8.85% | -12.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 4.2 | 2023 | 0% | -6.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 3.74 | 2023 | +2.84% | -3.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 2.76 | 2023 | -0.62% | -2.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 2.08 | 2023 | +4.31% | -0.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 1.88 | 2023 | +2.83% | -1.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1.83 | 2023 | 0% | -5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 1.71 | 2023 | +12.5% | -0.2% | View data |