In 2023, the employment in the Brazilian wholesale trade sector (excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles) stood at approximately 1.745 million. Moving forward, forecasts suggest a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, with employee numbers rising from 1.7549 million to 1.7901 million. This represents a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 0.5% over the five-year period. The year-on-year growth rates reflect a stable increment in employment numbers annually, underlining consistent economic demand in this sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of global and local economic conditions on trade activities and employment.
Technological advancements and their influence on workforce requirements in the sector.
Regulatory changes and how they might affect employment levels.