In 2023, the number of persons employed in Italy's knitted and crocheted apparel sector stood at 24.2 thousand. From the forecasted data for 2024 to 2028, there is a declining trend in employment with a year-on-year decrease of around 5.3% in 2025, 5.5% in 2026, 5.8% in 2027, and a 6% drop noted for 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period shows an average decline of approximately 5.6% per year.

Future trends to monitor in this sector include:

Adoption of automation and advanced production technologies that might further influence employment figures.
Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced products which could impact demand.
Trade and economic policies affecting the textile industry within the EU and internationally.