The European watch, clock, and jewelry repair employment landscape in 2023 showed country-specific variations. The United Kingdom and Spain displayed notable growth, while France and Italy faced significant declines. Most other countries experienced minimal year-on-year changes.
Future trends to watch for include digitalization increasing skill demands and changing employment patterns. As traditional repair skills may diminish, the adaptation to new technologies will drive employment opportunities. Moreover, economic conditions and consumer trends will continually influence country-specific employment growth in this sector.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Watches, Clocks and Jewellery Repair by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,970 | 2023 | +2.18% | +1.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,760 | 2023 | -0.45% | -2.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,400 | 2023 | -1.55% | -1.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 1,150 | 2023 | +2.41% | -0.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 658 | 2023 | -0.3% | -1.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 650 | 2023 | +3.5% | +5.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 544 | 2023 | -0.55% | -2.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 436 | 2023 | -28.48% | -18.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 334 | 2023 | +2.77% | -0.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 236 | 2023 | -0.84% | -1.38% | View data |
