The data from 2023 highlights Italy as the country with the highest number of self-employed individuals in the textiles, wearing apparel, and leather products manufacturing sector, followed by the United States and the United Kingdom. France is experiencing a notable positive trend with a substantial year-on-year increase, contrasting with significant drops in Germany and Canada. Hungary experienced the highest decline among the listed countries, while Belgium and Austria showed positive growth. The largest markets like Italy and the United Kingdom saw declines, indicating potential shifts in the industry landscape.
Future trends to watch include the potential for growth in sustainability practices and technology integration driving changes in employment patterns. Countries investing in innovation and sustainable practices may see shifts in their self-employment figures, influencing overall market dynamics in the textiles and apparel manufacturing sectors.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Textiles, Wearing Apparel, Leather Products Manufacturing Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 25.08 | 2023 | -3.26% | -3.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 13.09 | 2023 | -34.04% | +5.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.86 | 2023 | -3.03% | -2.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.84 | 2023 | -2.92% | -2.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.44 | 2023 | +11.11% | +10.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 7.17 | 2023 | +0.43% | -0.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.53 | 2023 | -2.96% | -1.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 4.46 | 2023 | -0.038% | -0.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 2.96 | 2023 | 0% | -6.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2.15 | 2023 | 0% | -0.39% | View data |
