The forecasted number of persons employed in private security services in Switzerland shows a consistent growth from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual number of employees stood at 23.6 thousand. By 2024, this number is forecasted to increase to 24.12 thousand, representing a year-on-year growth of 2.2%. Subsequent years show continued growth: 2025 with a 2.2% increase, 2026 at 2.2%, 2027 at 2.1%, and 2028 at 2.0%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is 2.1%, indicating steady expansion in the sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing demand for security services driven by heightened focus on public safety and technological advancements.
Regulatory changes that might affect employment dynamics in the private security sector.
Adoption of AI and automation in security services that may either augment or reduce the need for human employees.