The self-employed sector in legal, accounting, head offices, and management consultancy activities showed varied trends across countries in 2023. Italy led with the highest self-employed personnel, while Iceland had the least. Notable growth was seen in France and Lithuania, driven by robust year-on-year increases. Conversely, countries like Poland, Sweden, and Iceland encountered declines. Over five years, the CAGR indicates moderate growth trends with country-specific variations.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential for increased digital adoption influencing self-employment in the EU, particularly in consultancy roles.
- Shifting regulatory landscapes in Europe may impact self-employment dynamics, especially with the EU's economic policies affecting employment patterns.
- Growing demand for flexible work arrangements may further boost self-employment across the sector globally.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Legal, Accounting, Head Offices, Management Consultancy Activities Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 506 | 2023 | +0.16% | +0.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 310.9 | 2023 | +1.2% | +1.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 251 | 2023 | +8.66% | +8.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 235.02 | 2023 | +8.19% | +0.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 131.3 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 107 | 2023 | +0.94% | +2.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 106.3 | 2023 | +1.14% | -0.056% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 98.74 | 2023 | +0.14% | -0.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 31.02 | 2023 | +0.12% | -2.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 24.79 | 2023 | +0.34% | +0.97% | View data |
