In 2023, Japan leads with 168,000 employed in non-ferrous metals, despite a slight decline of 0.35% from the previous year. Germany remains stable, while South Korea and Poland show modest growth at 1.06% and 2.42%, respectively. The UK and Spain experienced declines, notably -1.97% and -1.49%. Distinct growth was noted in Slovenia at 2.99%, while Sweden and the Netherlands saw significant drops of -3.04% and -4.36%, respectively. Over the past five years, several countries like Poland and Slovenia recorded steady increases, while other nations like New Zealand and Sweden showed contractions.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements affecting workforce dynamics, shifts in demand for non-ferrous metals impacting employment patterns, and geopolitical factors potentially altering production locations. Monitoring these variables will be crucial to understanding future employment trends in this sector globally.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Non-Ferrous Metals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 168 | 2023 | -0.59% | -0.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 101 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 52.8 | 2023 | +0.96% | +1.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 39 | 2023 | +1.83% | +2.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 24.01 | 2023 | -1.81% | -1.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 19.3 | 2023 | -1.53% | -1.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 12.17 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 8.89 | 2023 | -1.22% | -1.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 7.9 | 2023 | -1.25% | -0.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 7.7 | 2023 | 0% | -0.26% | View data |
