Pharmacy Market Growth

Published: August 2024


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According to a recently published report by Roots Analysis, the growing demand for effective treatment options for chronic diseases along with rapidly growing aging population is driving the market growth 

Pharmacy Industry Overview

The global pharmacy market size is anticipated to reach over USD 4.1 trillion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period, 2024-2035.

Recent trends in the global pharmacy industry showcase a growing emphasis on personalized treatments, sustainability and rise in the number of online pharmacies. Consumers are increasingly seeking personalized services and offers from pharmacies owing to the advantages such as, increased convenience and potential savings. Recently, sustainability emerged as one of the key focus areas in the pharmacy industry with pharmacists taking proactive steps towards minimizing the environmental impact of medicines. It is worth mentioning that the online pharmacy market size is expanding significantly, with more consumers adopting online pharmacy platforms to purchase of medicines and other health and hygiene products. This is primarily driven by the discounted prices, free shipping options and doorstep delivery offered by such pharmacies. 

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Market Drivers

The global pharmacy market is primarily driven by the growing disease burden and increase in geriatric population across the globe. Owing to this, there has been a surge in the demand for pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other health and wellness products. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted increased awareness for preventive care. As a result, there is a rising demand for pharmacy products that promote and maintain hygiene, immunity and overall health. These aforementioned factors have compelled the stakeholders to streamline the pharmacy workflow, improve patient safety and provide personalized services. Further, several pharmacies are rapidly adopting automation and digitalization strategies in order to efficiently manage the increasing demand for the pharmacy products. Moreover, the inclusion of various customer centric services, such as home care, laboratory services, mail order pharmacy and specialty pharmacy services through pharmacies, has been a significant driving factor in this market. These value-added services provide customers with increased convenience, accessibility and a comprehensive approach to their healthcare needs, making pharmacies a more attractive and preferred choice for customers.

Market Restraints

Market restraints are the factors or conditions that can limit the growth and progress of a market. While the global pharmacy market is experiencing substantial growth, it is not without its challenges. One of the primary restraints is the declining reimbursement rates and profitability, affecting the financial viability and reduced patient access to medications. In addition, setting up a one-stop-pharmacy requires significant capital and operational expenditure. Such substantial investments limit the pharmacists to effectively manage the complexities of pharmacy workflow and inventory. Furthermore, lack of expertise, security and data protection risk and complexities associated with inventory management are among other challenges limiting the pharmacy market growth.

Growth Factors

Despite the challenges, several growth factors continue to drive the pharmacy market forward. One notable factor is the free doorstep delivery strategy adopted by the companies in this domain. Guided by technological innovation, streamlined processes and accelerated delivery timelines, strategic collaborations and partnerships have been inked between pharmacies, e-commerce platforms and healthcare networks. This has fostered innovation, personalized care and gained the trust of patients. In addition, the growth of online pharmacies and telemedicine have significantly expanded the pharmacy market. Owing to their ability to provide enhanced privacy, products at discounted prices, remote consultation and other healthcare services, the demand for innovative pharmacy products and services has increased, fueling the pharmacy market growth.

Pharmacy Market Segments

Based on the type of pharmacy, the market is segmented into retail pharmacy, e-pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and other pharmacies

  • The retail pharmacy segment is likely to dominate the pharmacy market, capturing 48% of the overall market share, by 2035.
  • The e-pharmacy segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 6.3%, during the forecast period.

Based on the type of product offered, the market is segmented into drugs / pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other pharmacy products

  • The drugs / pharmaceuticals market segment is likely to dominate the pharmacy market, capturing 63% of the overall market share, by 2035.
  • The medical devices segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 6.2%, during the forecast period.

Based on availability, the market is segmented into prescription products and over-the-counter products

  • The prescription products market segment is likely to dominate the pharmacy market, capturing 70% of the overall market share, by 2035.
  • The over-the-counter products segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 5.2%, during the forecast period.

Based on the type of drug, the market is segmented into branded / patented drugs and generic drugs

  • The branded / patented drugs market segment is likely to capture the majority (80%) share of the drugs / pharmaceuticals market in the overall pharmacy market in 2024.
  • The generic drugs segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 4.9%, during the forecast period.

Based on the type of drug molecule, the market is segmented into small molecules and biologics

  • The small molecules market segment is likely to capture the majority (75%) share of the drugs / pharmaceuticals market in the overall pharmacy market in 2024.
  • The biologics segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 8.2%, during the forecast period.

Based on the type of e-pharmacy platform, the market is segmented into app-based and web-based platforms

  • The app-based platforms market segment is likely to capture the majority (60%) share of the e-pharmacy market in the overall pharmacy market in 2024.
  • The web-based platforms segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 6.9%, during the forecast period.

Based on the therapeutic area, the market is segmented into oncological disorders, cardiovascular disorders, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, respiratory disorders, dermatological disorders, genetic disorders, autoimmune / inflammatory disorders and other disorders

  • The oncological disorders market segment is likely to dominate the pharmacy market, capturing 17% of the overall market share, by 2035.
  • The genetic disorders segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in this industry, with annualized rate (CAGR) of 5.9%, during the forecast period.

Based on the geographical regions, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America

  • North America is expected to dominate the overall pharmacy market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 42% in 2024.
  • In Asia-Pacific, the pharmacy market is likely to grow at a higher CAGR of 5.6%, during the forecast period.

Key Companies Profiled 

The pharmacy market report also includes profiles of key players (listed below) that offer different pharmacy products to the end-users:

  • Ahold Delhaize
  • Albertsons
  • A.S. Watson
  • Bestway
  • Cardinal Health
  • Cigna (Express Scripts)
  • COSMOS
  • Costco
  • CVS Health 
  • Dirk Rossmann
  • Dr. Max
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy
  • Health Mart
  • Kroger
  • Matsumoto Kiyoshi
  • Phoenix
  • Rite Aid
  • The Jean Coutu
  • Walmart
  • Walgreens Boots Alliance
  • Well Pharmacy

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