The employment in the Toys and Games sector in the Netherlands has shown a dynamic trajectory. From 2013 to 2018, there was a mix of declining and recovering trends, peaking in 2018 with a notable year-on-year increase of over 21%. However, after 2018, there was a significant drop in 2019, followed by slight variations and a general stabilizing pattern from 2020 to 2023, reaching 721 employees in 2023. The year-on-year variation was minor, about -0.41% in 2023, and the CAGR over the last five years (2018-2023) showed a decline of approximately -3.55%.
Looking into future forecasts from 2024 to 2028, the employment is expected to maintain a steady yet slight decline, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.17% and total employment falling to 713 employees by 2028.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Digital transformation and automation impacting job roles.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards digital and interactive toys.
- Potential industry consolidation affecting employment figures.
- Global supply chain changes influencing local employment dynamics.
