The 2023 data reveals Colombia leading in the self-employed person count within the chemical, rubber, plastics, fuel products, and other non-metallic mineral sectors, followed by Japan and South Korea. Growth was notable in the United Kingdom and Poland, whereas countries like Italy, Germany, and Spain experienced declines. The moderate shifts underline a dynamic landscape with regional disparities within these industries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and sustainability trends driving new opportunities, particularly in developed nations. There's potential in emerging markets to leverage lower costs and abundant resources to increase self-employment in these sectors.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Chemical, Rubber, Plastics, Fuel Products and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 42.83 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 19.89 | 2023 | 0% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 13.16 | 2023 | 0% | -0.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.35 | 2023 | -2.78% | -1.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 4.74 | 2023 | +3.33% | +1.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 3.67 | 2023 | -4% | -2.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.21 | 2023 | 0% | +0.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 1.22 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.07 | 2023 | 0% | -2.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.92 | 2023 | 0% | -3.04% | View data |
