The number of employees in the retail sale of games and toys in specialized stores in Germany is projected to decrease steadily from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 10.41 thousand employees in 2024, the workforce is expected to decline to 9.25 thousand by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 2.89% in 2025, 2.87% in 2026, 2.86% in 2027, and 3.04% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -2.87%, indicating a consistent decline over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of shifting consumer preferences towards online shopping, which may influence store-based employment.
Technological advancements such as augmented reality games that could reshape demand in the toys sector.
Potential economic factors or policies that could alter disposable income and consumer spending in Germany, affecting retail employment.
The influence of demographic changes, such as a declining birth rate, on the demand for toys and games.