Based on the provided data, the number of persons employed in the office equipment sector in Germany is forecasted to decline from 5.09 thousand employees in 2024 to 3.41 thousand in 2028. This represents a continuous decrease in employment numbers over the forecast period.

The year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2025 is -8.44%, from 2025 to 2026 is -9.01%, from 2026 to 2027 is -9.91%, and from 2027 to 2028 is -10.73%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is -10.08%, indicating an average annual decline.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements driving automation and reducing the need for manual labor in the office equipment sector.
Potential impacts of remote work trends on the demand for office equipment and related employment.
The economic health of related industries and its potential to influence job creation or reduction in office equipment manufacturing.