The global number of self-employed persons in the clothing sector for countries such as Colombia, Japan, Poland, Czech Republic, United States, France, Slovakia, Germany, Finland, Greece, Slovenia, and Netherlands in 2023 varied significantly. Colombia led with 99,000 self-employed individuals, followed by Japan with 30,000. Notably, Slovenia, Greece, and Netherlands showed the smallest numbers, each with around 1,000 individuals. Year-on-year variations include a sharp decrease in Greece (-24.21%) and significant decreases in Japan and Germany. France and the Czech Republic experienced modest growth, while others showed static or negative trends.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential for technological innovation simplifying small-scale production might increase the ease of self-employment.
- Consumer preference shifts towards sustainable and local products could encourage more individuals to enter the sector.
- Policy changes and economic growth rates in developing countries, like Colombia, may also influence future self-employment numbers.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Clothing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 99 | 2023 | -1% | -0.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 30 | 2023 | -9.09% | -7.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 13 | 2023 | -7.14% | -4.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 11 | 2023 | 0% | +1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United States | 9 | 2023 | 0% | -3.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 8 | 2023 | +14.29% | +2.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 3 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 3 | 2023 | 0% | -5.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 1 | 2023 | 0% | -24.21% | View data |
