Based on the provided data: 2024: 4.23k, 2025: 4.19k, 2026: 4.15k, 2027: 4.1k, 2028: 4.06k, the year-on-year percentage variations are as follows: -0.95% (2025), -0.95% (2026), -1.20% (2027), -0.97% (2028). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the next 5 years shows an average annual decrease of approximately -1.01%.
Future Trends to Watch
The sector is expected to experience a gradual decline in employment. Market shifts toward automation and technological advancements could contribute to this trend. Key areas to watch include the adoption of innovative manufacturing technologies, shifts in consumer preferences, and potential policy changes affecting the industry.