The data indicates a consistent forecast of zero self-employed individuals in the coke and refined petroleum products manufacturing sector in the US from 2024 to 2028. This suggests a stable absence of self-employment within the industry, with no year-on-year variation, highlighting a persistent trend from previous years. As of 2023, actual data also showed zero self-employed workers, substantiating the forecasted continuation of this trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential industry shifts towards automation and technology that might influence employment structures.
Regulatory changes affecting the structure or size of small businesses within the sector.
Emergence of new business models or niches within the industry that could alter self-employment opportunities.