The global employment landscape for textiles, wearing apparel, and leather products is experiencing significant shifts. As of 2023, major countries like Italy, Colombia, and Japan lead the sector, with Italy employing the most persons. However, there's a noticeable decline in employment figures across most countries, with notable reductions in Hungary, Greece, and Austria. Slovenia experienced the sharpest drop among all. The sector is witnessing a general downturn in workforce size, with the year-on-year decline reflecting transitional pressures and evolving industry demands.
Future trends to watch include:
- Innovation in production processes potentially influencing employment structures.
- Stricter environmental regulations could impact manufacturing and labor usage.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable fashion may redefine workforce needs.
- Possible growth in countries with emerging manufacturing capabilities outside the current leading nations.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Textiles, Wearing Apparel, Leather Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 20.01 | 2023 | -1.89% | -1.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Colombia | 19.17 | 2023 | -0.85% | -0.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 18.53 | 2023 | -4.09% | -3.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 12.65 | 2023 | -3.39% | -3.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.06 | 2023 | -3.78% | -3.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.35 | 2023 | -4.8% | -4.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 3.99 | 2023 | -3.64% | -2.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2.23 | 2023 | -3.29% | -3.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1.9 | 2023 | -5.19% | -5.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1.43 | 2023 | -3.32% | -3.34% | View data |
