Data on employment rates in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 (percentage of the working-age male employed population) from around the world, along with a graph of the top countries

Abstract

Data for 2021 shows that Brazil has the highest employment rate in the industrial sector among men aged 15-64, at 28%. This high figure reflects Brazil’s significant source of employment in the industrial sector. Historically, as Brazil became more industrialized, the industrial sector was a key driver of economic growth, with many men employed in this field. In particular, manufacturing and mining account for a large proportion of the economy, with employment in the industrial sector being particularly prominent. In contrast, in developed countries, growth in the service sector tends to result in relatively low employment in the industrial sector. For example, in Western countries, industrial employment has generally declined, with services and technology sectors becoming the main sources of employment. Brazil’s high employment rate in the industrial sector indicates characteristics of the economy’s industrial structure and employment distribution, and attention will be focused on how future economic policies and industrial diversification will affect the employment rate.

Employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 (percentage of working-age males in the labor force)

Between 1981 and 2021, the employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 has shown considerable variation. In 1998, the Czech Republic recorded a peak of 51.5%, but today this figure has fallen to 94.3%. The Czech Republic’s peak high industrial employment occurred during a period of rapid industrialization and economic reform. This was because the industrial sector played a central role in the economy as the country gained independence from Czechoslovakia and moved closer to the European Union. However, since the 2000s, due to the effects of globalization and technological innovation, many countries have been shifting towards service and high value-added industries. The Czech Republic is no exception, with employment rates in the industrial sector showing a downward trend. This trend reflects a relative decline in employment opportunities in the industrial sector due to changes in the labour market, economic diversification and improved manufacturing efficiency. Overall, employment rates in the industrial sector have fallen from their peak in many countries, highlighting industrial diversification and economic change. The Czech example shows how the importance of the industrial sector changes in the course of economic development and structural change.

The maximum is 51.5%[1998] of Czechia, and the current value is about 94.3%

Employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 (percentage of working-age males in the labour force) (Worldwide)

Data from 1981 to 2021 show notable fluctuations in the employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64. In 1998, the Czech Republic recorded a high industrial employment rate of 51.5%, but today this rate has fallen to 94.3%. This high peak employment rate was the result of rapid industrialization and economic reforms after independence from Czechoslovakia. During this period, the industrial sector played a central role in the Czech economy. However, since the 2000s, technological innovation and globalization have led to a shift in many countries from the industrial sector to the service sector and high value-added industries. This has led to a decline in employment in the industrial sector and a shift towards more efficient manufacturing and outsourcing. The Czech Republic is also adapting to these changes, with its economy undergoing diversification and structural transformation. Overall, employment in the industrial sector has been declining, with industrial change and technological advances being cited as the underlying factors.

The maximum is 51.5%[1998] of Czechia, and the current value is about 94.3%

Employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 (percentage of working-age males in the labour force) (world, latest year)

According to 2021 data, Moldova has the highest employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 at 37%, compared to the overall average of 25%. Additionally, total employment in the industrial sector reached 350%. The data show the distribution of industrial employment across countries and highlight some notable features and trends. First, Moldova’s high employment rate reflects the country’s reliance on the industrial sector. Moldova’s economy is heavily dependent on agriculture and manufacturing, the latter being the main source of employment. On the other hand, in developed countries, the employment rate in the industrial sector has declined relatively in line with the growth of the service sector. For example, many Western countries are seeing declines in industrial jobs and increases in services and technology. Overall, employment rates in the industrial sector vary widely across countries and are strongly influenced by the stage of economic development and industrial structure. While the industrial sector remains an important source of employment in low-income and emerging countries, high-income countries are diversifying their economies and the relative importance of the industrial sector is declining.

The maximum is 37% of Moldova, the average is 25%, and the total is 350%

Employment rate in the industrial sector for men aged 15-64 (percentage of working-age males in the labour force) (region, latest year)

According to 2008 data, the Central African Republic had the highest employment rate in manufacturing among men aged 15-64 at 10.2%, while the overall average and total were also 10.2%. The data shows that manufacturing made up a certain proportion of the male workforce during the year, but that the share was relatively low. While the Central African Republic’s high figure may reflect the country’s particular reliance on manufacturing, several factors could explain its overall low manufacturing employment rate. For example, countries where manufacturing is not central to their economies tend to have lower manufacturing employment rates because services and agriculture are the main sources of employment. Additionally, due to the progress of globalization and technological innovation, the relative importance of manufacturing has declined in many countries, resulting in a shift toward higher value-added industries. Overall, manufacturing employment rates vary widely across countries, with manufacturing playing a particularly important role in developing countries and tending to be lower in developed countries. This results in notable variations in manufacturing employment rates depending on a country’s economic structure and stage of development.

The maximum is 10.2% of Central African Republic, the average is 10.2%, and the total is 10.2%

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