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

ES-G4772 March 2024 Factsheet

Revenue

€22.9bn

2019-2024 2.1 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

123k

2019-2024 1.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

34,028

2019-2024 0.4 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€X.Xbn

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

Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain 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 Spain compared to Europe?

Country Benchmarking

Industry Data Spain

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

Revenue
#5 In Europe
Business
#3 In Europe
Employees
#6 In Europe
Wages
#5 In Europe

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The demographic trend of an ageing European population is reshaping the retail market for medical supplies, notably due to the increased prevalence of issues like reduced mobility and hearing impairment among seniors. This shift bolsters the sales of medical and orthopaedic supplies across the continent, particularly as seniors become a more significant consumer segment for these products. Traditional pharmacy chains are diversifying into the medical devices sector, offering items like blood pressure monitors at competitive prices and challenging specialised retailers. Online retailers compound the competition with lower-priced offerings attributable to their minimal operational expenses.

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Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024

Biggest companies in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc
127,254.0
3,541.8
2.8
AS Watson Group
21,091.6
1,581.4
7.5
Nuova Ortopedia Europa srl
81.2
6.2
7.6

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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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

The market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Spain is €22.9bn in 2024.

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

There are 34,028 businesses in the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Spain, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.4 % between 2019 and 2024.

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

The market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Spain has been declining at a CAGR of 2.1 % between 2019 and 2024.

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

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

What are the biggest companies in the Chemists & Pharmacies market in Spain?

The biggest companies operating in the Chemists & Pharmacies market in Spain are Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc, AS Watson Group and Nuova Ortopedia Europa srl

What does the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain include?

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

Which companies have the highest market share in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain?

The company holding the most market share in Spain is Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc.

How competitive is the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Spain?

The level of competition is high and steady in the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in Spain.

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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.

Related Terms

ORTHOPAEDICS PROSTHESIS AUDIOLOGIST

What's included in this industry?

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

Companies

Walgreens Boots Alliance IncAS Watson GroupNuova Ortopedia Europa srl

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

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

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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

Profit Highlights

Trends
  • Total Profit
  • Profit Margin
  • Profit per Business

Current Performance

Charts
  • Revenue
  • Employees
  • Business
  • Profit
Analysis

What's driving current industry performance in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

The European elderly population boom has spurred demand for mobility aids. Products like wheelchairs and stairlifts are increasingly sought after to assist the growing number of seniors with daily movements.

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain industry?


International Trade

Highlights

  • Total Imports into Spain
  • Total Exports into Spain
Heat maps
  • Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
  • Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables

Value and annual change (%) included

  • Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)

Competitive Forces

Highlights

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

Key Takeaways

The industry is comprised of small and medium businesses specialising in niche products. Focusing on a select range of services, many companies emerge as experts in their particular realms.

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Supply Chain

Charts

Buyer and supply industries

Geographic Breakdown

Business Locations

Heat maps
  • Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
  • Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
  • Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis

What regions are businesses in the Chemists & Pharmacies in Spain located?

Companies

Data Tables

Top 3 companies by market share:

  • Market share (2024)
  • Revenue (2024)
  • Profit (2024)
  • Profit margin (2024)

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 Spain 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 Spain 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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