The Evolution of the Temporary Employment Sector in Italy: Growth, Crisis, and Recovery

The analysis of value added in the recruitment, selection, and staffing sector in Italy between 2014 and 2022 highlights significant growth, with a total increase of 109.74% over eight years. The sector’s value added rose from €7.3 billion in 2014 to €15.3 billion in 2022, marking an absolute increase of over €8 billion. However, the trend was not linear: while growth was strong until 2018, the sector experienced a slight decline in 2019 and a sharper contraction in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a rapid recovery in the subsequent years. These dynamics reflect both macroeconomic factors and industrial policy choices that have influenced the labor market and staffing services.