The employment in the Wholesale of Metals and Metal Ores sector in Italy has experienced varying degrees of decline and growth over the past decade. Starting from a value of 15.82 thousand full-time equivalents in 2013, it gradually decreased with some intermittent rises, reaching 14.62 thousand by 2023. The year-on-year variations during this period show fluctuations, with significant declines around 2014 and modest growth in 2017 and 2018. The compound annual growth rates (CAGR) indicate a general downward trend over the longer term, averaging a -0.74% annual decrease over the last five years up to 2023.
Looking into the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, employment figures continue to show a slow but steady decline. The CAGR for this period is projected to be -0.4%. Key future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements on employment, potential regulatory changes, and shifts in global demand for metals and ores, which could influence employment stability in this sector.
