In 2023, Italy and Serbia were the leaders in employment within the European knitted and crocheted hosiery industry, with significant employment figures of 10.08 and 6.39 thousand people respectively. Comparing year-on-year data, Italy showed a strong employment growth of 4.69%, while Serbia experienced a modest increase of 0.9%. In contrast, many countries, including Poland, France, and Spain, experienced declines. Bulgaria, Romania, and Sweden saw notable employment reductions, with Bulgaria's employment declining by 20.31%. Bosnia and Herzegovina marked a notable gain with a 13.72% increase.
Looking ahead, the European knitted and crocheted hosiery industry should watch for digital transformation and automation trends, which may impact labor demand. Sustainability practices and eco-friendly product innovations will likely influence industry dynamics and employment in the coming years.
Top countries in Knitted and Crocheted Hosiery Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 10,080 | 2023 | -1.94% | +4.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Serbia | 6,390 | 2023 | +1.62% | +0.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 4,710 | 2023 | -2.81% | -4.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 3,770 | 2023 | -1.46% | -1.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 2,880 | 2023 | -1.96% | -3.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 2,230 | 2023 | +1.64% | +0.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,540 | 2023 | -1.78% | -3.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1,200 | 2023 | -4.38% | -5.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1,110 | 2023 | +7.68% | +13.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1,090 | 2023 | -0.82% | -1.03% | View data |
