In 2023, the United States led the global number of self-employed persons in sports activities, amusement, and recreation with a volume of 348,000, experiencing a modest growth of 0.82%. The United Kingdom followed with 118,000 self-employed individuals, marked by a significant year-on-year growth of 6.29%. South Korea saw a decline of 0.46% despite having 128,000 individuals. Key markets like Italy showed a slight increase, while Germany experienced a decline. The Netherlands and several other European countries showed no year-on-year growth. France showcased notable resilience with a 3.76% increase, signaling an expanding market for self-employed sports and recreation professionals.
Future trends in this sector may include:
- Technological advancements enhancing remote sports and recreation offerings.
- Increasing demand for personalized and niche sports activities leading to more micro-entrepreneurs.
- Continued growth in digital platforms facilitating self-employment in this sector.
- Geopolitical and economic factors influencing market sizes, particularly in Europe and Asia.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Sports Activities, Amusement and Recreation Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 348 | 2023 | +0.87% | +0.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 128 | 2023 | 0% | -0.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 118 | 2023 | +2.61% | +6.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 57 | 2023 | 0% | +1.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 34 | 2023 | +3.03% | +3.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 27 | 2023 | 0% | -0.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 12 | 2023 | 0% | +1.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 11 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 10 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 6 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
