In 2023, the total number of researchers in the Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles sector in Italy was below 3.56 thousand FTEs. From 2024 to 2028, the number shows a gradual annual increase, with year-on-year growth ranging from 3.65% to 3.08%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is steady, reflecting a consistent upward trend in research activities within the sector.

Moving forward, trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements driving demand for research in e-commerce.
The impact of sustainability and environmental regulations on sector innovation.
Shifts in consumer behavior influencing retail research needs.