Pharmacy Market 2030: How Digitalization Reshapes Retail
Global Pharmacy Market Overview The global pharmacy market was valued at USD 1.35 trillion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.06 trillion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is primarily driven by the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, which continues to increase global healthcare spending. The demand for specialty drugs and higher prescription drug expenditures in developed economies are contributing to new growth opportunities. Conditions such as cancer, diabetes, traumatic brain injuries, and cardiovascular diseases—many linked to sedentary lifestyles—are becoming more common, further increasing demand for prescription medications. This rising demand is boosting pharmacy business volume as pharmacies play a key role in dispensing these drugs. According to the National Health Service (NHS), the cost of a prescription in England for 2024–2025 is USD 12.65 per item, up by USD 0.51 from the previous year. This continues a ste...