In 2023, Japan led the global workforce in textiles and wearing apparel with 396,000 employed, though it experienced a 4.01% decrease. The United States, third in employment numbers, saw a 5.68% drop. South Korea, Poland, Germany, and the United Kingdom all showed declines over 3%. Spain and Belgium faced over 6% reductions, with Greece and Slovenia experiencing significant contractions of 11.85% and 21.24%, respectively. Globally, downward trends indicate ongoing challenges in this sector.
Future trends to watch:
- Technological advancements in automation may further decrease employment.
- Shifts to sustainable practices could lead to niche job creation.
- Economic recovery and possible trade adjustments might stabilize job losses.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Textiles and Wearing Apparel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 396 | 2023 | -4.35% | -4.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Colombia | 369.29 | 2023 | -0.81% | -0.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 271 | 2023 | -6.55% | -5.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 256.3 | 2023 | -3.28% | -2.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 155.1 | 2023 | -3.9% | -4.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 101 | 2023 | -3.81% | -3.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 74.07 | 2023 | -4.94% | -4.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 62.6 | 2023 | -6.57% | -6.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 62 | 2023 | -6.06% | -4.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 47.14 | 2023 | -2.83% | -2.7% | View data |
