The analysis of the European Jewellery and Bijouterie sector reveals significant variations in hours worked by country. Italy leads the sector with 34.799 million hours, followed by Germany at 16.27 million hours, and Poland with 11.624 million hours. The lowest figures are seen in Latvia and Sweden.
Year-on-year variations show substantial decreases in Spain (-5.4%), Greece (-7.81%), Belgium (-5.97%), and Hungary (-5.09%), indicating declining activity. Conversely, Poland has seen a strong increase (8.63%), with positive trends also in Lithuania (2.53%), Slovakia (3.25%), and Norway (1.99%). The overall trend is mixed, with Eastern European countries showing growth while Western and Southern countries generally decline or remain static.
Looking ahead, future trends in the European Jewellery and Bijouterie sector will likely involve an increased automation of craftsmanship, a shift towards sustainable and ethically sourced materials, and an adaptation to e-commerce platforms. Monitoring these trends will help forecast workforce demands and identify growth opportunities.
Top countries in Jewellery, Bijouterie Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 34,799,000 | 2023 | +4.66% | -0.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16,270,000 | 2023 | +7.35% | +0.054% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 11,624,000 | 2023 | +11.8% | +8.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 5,963,200 | 2023 | -2.88% | -5.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 3,743,900 | 2023 | +2.79% | +0.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3,335,200 | 2023 | +0.87% | -1.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2,561,200 | 2023 | -8.14% | -7.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2,467,600 | 2023 | -0.82% | -3.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1,619,300 | 2023 | +4.59% | +2.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1,578,800 | 2023 | +1.65% | -0.5% | View data |
