In 2023, Germany leads the global number of employees in the chemical and pharmaceutical products sector with 36.79 thousand persons, showing a modest increase of 0.45%. Italy stands at 12.9 thousand, experiencing a slight decline of 0.046%. Spain and the United Kingdom, with 9.76 thousand and 9.63 thousand respectively, saw declines of 0.18% and 1.56%. Belgium, with 5.19 thousand, achieved a growth of 0.086%, while the Netherlands, with 4.14 thousand, decreased by 0.7%. Key growth pockets include the Czech Republic (1.2%), Denmark (1.47%), Austria (0.85%), Ireland (1.3%), Greece (0.75%), Slovenia (0.62%), Estonia (1.39%), and Luxembourg (2.28%). Conversely, notable declines were observed in Hungary (-1.51%), Sweden (-1.32%), New Zealand (-0.81%), and Lithuania (-1.11%). Iceland maintained stability, showing no change.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch will include the potential impact of technological advancements, workforce restructuring due to automation, and the influence of regulatory changes. Additionally, sustainable practices and the global economic climate will likely affect employment dynamics in this sector. Monitoring these factors will be critical for understanding shifts in the number of employees globally.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.79 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 12.9 | 2023 | -0.17% | -0.046% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 9.76 | 2023 | 0% | -0.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 9.63 | 2023 | -1.29% | -1.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5.19 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.086% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.14 | 2023 | 0% | -0.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 3.39 | 2023 | +0.79% | +1.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2.85 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.75 | 2023 | -1.17% | -1.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.64 | 2023 | +0.94% | +0.85% | View data |