In 2023, Colombia led in the number of self-employed persons in transportation and warehousing, followed by South Korea, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Noteworthy, the United States and United Kingdom showed significant annual growth rates of 5.06% and 3.1%, respectively, whereas Spain, Italy, and Germany experienced declines in their numbers. The variation analysis highlighted France's growth at 3.09%, while Lithuania saw a surge at 3.13%. Meanwhile, Hungary, Denmark, and Sweden reported the most significant reductions in self-employment within this sector.
Looking ahead, observers should keep an eye on evolving regulatory environments, technological advancements impacting logistics, and potential economic shifts, which may drive changes in self-employment trends in transportation and warehousing. These factors could create opportunities or challenges across different countries, influencing self-employment dynamics significantly across the globe.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Transportation and Warehousing Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 27.42 | 2023 | +0.098% | +0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 16.6 | 2023 | 0% | +0.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 15.26 | 2023 | +2.16% | +5.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.06 | 2023 | +1.91% | +3.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Chile | 5.46 | 2023 | +1.5% | +1.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.17 | 2023 | 0% | +0.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.09 | 2023 | -1.3% | -1.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.79 | 2023 | -2.08% | -1.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 2.93 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 2.29 | 2023 | +2.41% | +3.09% | View data |
