Based on the 2023 forecasted data in million units (persons), the United States leads with 1.6M employees, followed by Germany (0.902M), and Japan (0.717M). Notable year-on-year variations include Poland with a positive growth of 1.49%, South Korea at 1.31%, and Iceland leading with 2.25%. Some countries faced declines, such as the United Kingdom (-2.09%), Spain (-1.35%), and Ireland (-2.67%).
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of automation and technological advancements on employment numbers, particularly in traditionally strong manufacturing countries such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Also, increasing adoption of sustainable practices may influence labor dynamics and skill requirements in the fabricated metal products industry globally.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Fabricated Metal Products by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 1,600 | 2023 | +0.19% | +0.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 902 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 717 | 2023 | -0.55% | -0.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 488.5 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 357.1 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 287 | 2023 | -0.69% | -0.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Korea | 266 | 2023 | +0.95% | +1.31% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 265.14 | 2023 | -0.85% | -2.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 215.6 | 2023 | -0.78% | -1.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 185.08 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.88% | View data |
