In 2023, employment in Europe's journals and periodicals publishing industry showed varied trends across countries. Germany and France led with substantial employment figures, yet both witnessed declines of over 6%. Italy was one of the few countries with a growth of 1.61%, indicating a relatively positive outlook. Most other countries, including Spain, Netherlands, and Sweden, experienced declines ranging from 3% to over 9%. Notably, Croatia and Cyprus faced significant contractions of 16.12% and 11.83%, respectively. Luxembourg and Serbia were rare examples of markets showing minor growth.
Looking forward, the industry's employment landscape in Europe is expected to continue evolving with digital transformation and shifts in consumer media consumption patterns. Countries with declining patterns may need innovative approaches to adapt to changing market dynamics, while maintaining traditional publishing strengths will be key for those showing growth.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Journals and Periodicals Publishing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 33,560 | 2023 | -6.19% | -6.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 26,010 | 2023 | -1.76% | -6.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10,700 | 2023 | -0.71% | +1.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6,040 | 2023 | -4.49% | -3.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 4,730 | 2023 | -11.13% | -7.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 3,980 | 2023 | -1.09% | -6.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3,400 | 2023 | -11.79% | -9.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2,870 | 2023 | -3.14% | -2.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2,810 | 2023 | -0.4% | +0.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2,550 | 2023 | -2.64% | -2.82% | View data |
