In 2023, the United States had the largest number of self-employed persons in security, building services, and office support activities, albeit with a slight decline. The United Kingdom, meanwhile, saw a notable positive variation. European countries such as Belgium and New Zealand also experienced significant growth in self-employment within these sectors. Germany and the Netherlands showed modest increases, whereas countries like France, Spain, and Italy displayed varying degrees of growth. Minimal or no change was observed in Sweden, Finland, Greece, and Estonia.
Future trends suggest continued growth in self-employment, driven by increased demand for flexible work arrangements and continued digitalization in these sectors. Nations experiencing growth could see further expansions, while those with declines may face workforce restructuring and market demand challenges.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Security and Investigation Activities; Services to Buildings and Landscape Activities; Office Administrative, Office Support and Other Business Support Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 461 | 2023 | -0.22% | -1.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 376 | 2023 | +2.17% | +2.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 263 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 197 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 175 | 2023 | +1.16% | +0.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 141 | 2023 | 0% | -0.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 93 | 2023 | +2.2% | +2.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 62 | 2023 | +1.64% | +2.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Korea | 44 | 2023 | 0% | +0.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 34 | 2023 | +3.03% | +3.23% | View data |
