Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Netherlands compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Netherlands
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#14 In EuropeBusiness
#8 In EuropeEmployees
#19 In EuropeWages
#13 In EuropeThe industry is an integral part of the pharmaceutical supply chain and the pharmaceutical sector's research and development process, with some of the largest pharma manufacturing companies across the globe being based in Europe. Over the five years through 2024, industry revenue is expected to fall at a compound annual rate of 1% to reach €613 billion, including a fall of 1.5% in 2024.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sanofi SA | 45,171.6 | 13,686.6 | 30.3 | |
Merck KGaA | 23,356.4 | 4,695.9 | 20.1 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands in 2024?
The market size of the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands is €7.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in 2024?
There are 279 businesses in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands has been declining at a CAGR of 0.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands market in Netherlands?
The biggest companies operating in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing market in Netherlands are Sanofi SA and Merck KGaA
What does the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands in Netherlands include?
Medicine containing iodine, vitamins and alkaloids and Antisera are part of the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands in Netherlands?
The company holding the most market share in Netherlands is Sanofi SA.
How competitive is the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry in Netherlands.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Industry operators produce basic pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical preparations, such as vaccines, antibiotics and antisera. Other activities include manufacturing medicinal chemical and botanical products.
Related Terms
ANTISERA GENERICS BIOSIMILARSWhat's included in this industry?
Medicine containing iodine, vitamins and alkaloidsAntiseraMedicine containing hormonesVaccinesChemically pure sugarCompanies
Sanofi SAMerck KGaAIndustry Code
21 - Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical preparations in Netherlands
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- 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 Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Geopolitical events have had a direct impact on the pharmaceutical industry. The Russia-Ukraine war and other geopolitical events are driving demand for specific medicines and medical products, like iodine and antisera.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Netherlands
- Total Exports into Netherlands
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 European pharmaceutical industry exhibits a significant level of concentration. A few major manufacturers dominate the market, highlighting the challenge for smaller companies to compete effectively.
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 Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 2 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
The industry operates under strict and evolving regulatory frameworks. These ensure product safety and efficacy. Compliance with these regulations is paramount and companies must stay agile in adapting to changing policies to remain competitive.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Extensive research and development investments are impacting profitability. The average industry profit margin is low despite revenue growth driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccine introduction. The emphasis on research and large-scale trials is temporarily constraining profit.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Pharmaceutical Product & Preparations Manufacturing in the Netherlands 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)
Methodology
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