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Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2029)

MT-G4772 March 2024 Factsheet

Revenue

€271.7m

2019-2024 5.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

1,596

2019-2024 2.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

198

2019-2024 4.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XX.Xm

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta market size outlook

Total value and annual change from from 2014-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.

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Industry Statistics and Rankings

How does this industry perform in Malta compared to Europe?

Country Benchmarking

Industry Data Malta

Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.

Revenue
#33 In Europe
Business
#33 In Europe
Employees
#32 In Europe
Wages
#33 In Europe

The Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta ranks 33rd in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€271.7m). Revenue received by operators in Malta has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (5.2 %) most comparable to...

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Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024

Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024

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What is the market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta in 2024?

The market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta is €271.7m in 2024.

How many businesses are there in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta industry in 2024?

There are 198 businesses in the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta, which has declined at a CAGR of 4.7 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta has been growing at a CAGR of 5.2 % between 2019 and 2024.

What is the forecast growth of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta is expected to grow.

What does the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta include?

Mobility aids and Hearing aids are part of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry.

How competitive is the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta?

The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Malta.

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This industry is covered in 37 countries

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

This industry focuses on retailing medical and orthopaedic gear, plus essential toiletries. Retailers not only sell mobility and hearing aids but also provide customised fitting services to customers. However, they don't deal with wholesaling, optical products or online-only retail.

What's included in this industry?

Mobility aids Hearing aids Orthotic and prosthetic equipment Toiletries Other medical and orthopaedic articles

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

4772 - Retail sale of pharmaceutical and medical goods, cosmetic and toilet articles in specialized stores in Malta

Performance

Revenue Highlights

Trends
  • Revenue
  • 2024 Revenue CAGR
  • Revenue Volatility

Employment Highlights

Trends
  • Employees
  • Employees per Business
  • Revenue per Employee

Business Highlights

Trends
  • Businesses
  • Employees per Business
  • Revenue per Business

Current Performance

Charts
  • Revenue in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta
  • Employees in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta
  • Business in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta
  • Profit in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta

Current Performance

Analysis

How does this country's performance compare to Europe?


Life Cycle

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

International Trade

Heat maps
  • Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
  • Industry Concentration of Exports by Country

Competitive Forces

Highlights

Trends
  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Substitutes
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
ANALYSIS

What is the competitive landscape in Europe?

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Medical and orthopaedic supply regulations predominantly target manufacturers. This suggests a lighter regulatory burden on retailers and end-users. The European Medical Devices Regulation now dictates device definition, safety codes and performance standards, and includes distributors in post-market monitoring.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Retail giants drive profit via economies of scale, outperforming smaller competitors. Tech-advanced items, like internet-enabled hearing aids, significantly boost profit compared to basic medical supplies.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Malta industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
  • Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
  • Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
  • Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
  • Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
  • Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
  • Average Wage (2014-2029)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and boottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2024)
  • Business Growth (2024)
  • Job Growth (2024)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2024)
  • Imports/Demand (2024)
  • Exports/Revenue (2024)
  • Revenue per Employee (2024)
  • Wages/Revenue (2024)
  • Employees per Establishment (2024)
  • Average Wage (2024)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2014-2029)
  • IVA (2014-2029)
  • Establishments (2014-2029)
  • Enterprises (2014-2029)
  • Employment (2014-2029)
  • Exports (2014-2029)
  • Imports (2014-2029)
  • Wages (2014-2029)

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