The United Kingdom leads with nearly 98.83 thousand self-employed individuals in the sports, amusement, and recreation activities sector, projecting a 2.59% increase over the previous year. Italy and Spain follow, with contrasting trends, as Italy sees a slight reduction at -0.76%, while Spain remains relatively stable. Notably, Romania and Latvia experienced significant growth, with 22.22% and 15.67% increases, respectively. Conversely, Estonia observed a notable decline of -8.14% in self-employment. Smaller yet positive growth is evident in countries like New Zealand and Ireland, pointing towards evolving self-employment dynamics in these sectors.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of digital transformation, which may spur entrepreneurship and influence self-employment rates globally. Additionally, the increasing focus on wellness and recreational activities due to health consciousness is likely to enhance opportunities within this sector, potentially amplifying self-employment. Governmental policies fostering entrepreneurship, combined with infrastructural investments in sports and recreation, could further impact these dynamics positively. Observing these factors will be crucial for anticipating shifts in self-employment within the sector worldwide.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Sports Activities, Amusement and Recreation Activities Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 98.83 | 2023 | +8% | +2.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 51.2 | 2023 | 0% | -0.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 29.6 | 2023 | -1.66% | -0.067% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 12.73 | 2023 | +0.55% | -0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 12 | 2023 | 0% | +1.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 10.1 | 2023 | +2.02% | -1.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 New Zealand | 6.3 | 2023 | +6.78% | +8.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 5.76 | 2023 | +13.33% | +4.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 5.3 | 2023 | 0% | +1.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 4.62 | 2023 | +0.65% | -0.22% | View data |
