The data on self-employment in the wholesale, retail trade, and repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles in 2023 indicates that Colombia leads globally with a significant share, but it experienced a slight decline of 0.23% from the previous year. Italy and South Korea also reported decreases, 0.26% and 0.56% respectively. In contrast, the United Kingdom saw a substantial rise of 2.38%, and Ireland showed an impressive increase of 4.56%, reflecting positive growth in these markets.
Looking ahead, several trends are noteworthy:
- The self-employment landscape is expected to continue evolving, driven by digital transformation, affecting traditional retail and repair services.
- Economic shifts or policies favoring self-employment could further influence these numbers, especially in countries like the United Kingdom and Ireland where recent growth is notable.
- Monitoring technological advancements and shifts in consumer behavior will be crucial as they may promote or hinder the expansion of self-employment in this sector across various regions.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Wholesale, Retail Trade and Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 20.53 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 14.73 | 2023 | -0.64% | -0.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.27 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 10.08 | 2023 | -0.93% | -0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 9.7 | 2023 | -0.97% | -0.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 8.56 | 2023 | 0% | +2.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 7.13 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.7 | 2023 | 0% | +0.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 2.85 | 2023 | 0% | -0.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.09 | 2023 | 0% | +0.93% | View data |
