The self-employed workforce in Italy's wholesale sector (excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles) is projected to decrease steadily from 384.8 thousand in 2024 to 359.2 thousand by 2028. This marks a consistent annual reduction with year-on-year declines of about 1.92% in 2025, 1.78% in 2026, 1.62% in 2027, and 1.51% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this forecast period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -1.68%.

Future Trends to Watch:

Impact of e-commerce and digital platforms on traditional wholesale business models.
Regulatory changes and economic conditions affecting self-employment.
Technological adoption affecting operational efficiencies in the sector.