Based on the forecasted data, the self-employed population in the land transport and pipeline transportation sector in Italy is set to decline steadily from 112.6 thousand in 2024 to 102.3 thousand in 2028. Given no data is provided for 2023, this analysis assumes a continuous trend reduction over these years. Year-on-year, the sector is anticipated to contract by approximately 2.3% to 2.5%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period shows a negative growth trend of around -2.4% annually.

Future trends to watch for in this sector include:

Technological advancements and the impact of automation reducing the need for self-employment.
Changes in regulation that may affect the industry's operational dynamics.
Potential shifts toward sustainable and green transport solutions impacting traditional transportation roles.