The data from 2023 displays Italy as the leader in employment within the textiles, wearing apparel, and leather products industry among the listed countries, with a workforce of 40.35 thousand persons. Poland and Spain follow at a significant distance. Between 2022 and 2023, nearly all countries experienced a decline in employment, with Ireland and Slovenia witnessing the steepest decreases at -15.23% and -14.93% respectively. Over the last five years, a general downward trend has been evident across most countries, reflecting a wider industry shift.
Future trends to monitor include potential automation and technological advancements, shifts in global production hubs, and sustainability efforts, which may alter employment landscapes significantly in the textiles and apparel sectors globally.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Textiles, Wearing Apparel, Leather Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 40.35 | 2023 | -1.69% | -1.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 16.52 | 2023 | -3.97% | -3.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 9.02 | 2023 | -5.04% | -5.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.13 | 2023 | -5.41% | -4.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.08 | 2023 | -4.4% | -2.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 4.42 | 2023 | -4.65% | -5.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 3.99 | 2023 | -4.51% | -4.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 2.04 | 2023 | -5.21% | -5.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 1.7 | 2023 | -6.64% | -5.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.4 | 2023 | -7.43% | -7.19% | View data |
