Employment in the Programming and Broadcasting Activities sector in Italy experienced a sharp decline from 2013 to 2023, starting at 22.11 thousand full-time equivalents in 2013 and plummeting to 7.22 thousand in 2023. The sector's decline intensified in recent years, with notable drops in 2021 (-19.81%) and 2023 (-14.01%), ending with a concerning CAGR of -9.49% over the last five years. The forecast predicts a severe downturn, with employment expected to decrease further to just 1.51 thousand by 2028, indicating a forecasted CAGR of -24.25% over the next five years.

Future trends to watch for:

Further consolidation and technological automation potentially driving employment down.
Shifts in consumer behavior and demand for digital content possibly affecting job creation.
Potential government interventions or policy changes aimed at revitalizing the sector.