Next-Generation Antibody Therapeutics Global Market Report 2024

The next-generation antibody therapeutics market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6.14 billion in 2023 to $6.9 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to the success of monoclonal antibodies, the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, the approval of antibody-drug conjugates, and the growth of immunotherapy, gene therapy, and antibodies.

The next-generation antibody therapeutics market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.41 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to biosimilar development, the development of bispecific antibodies, nanobody development, patient-centric approaches, the utilization of immunomodulatory antibodies, expanded applications in autoimmune diseases, and the adoption of continuous manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in antibody engineering, the integration of digital technologies in antibody design, industry collaborations, advancements in drug delivery systems, and the use of real-world evidence in antibody development.

The anticipated rise in the prevalence of chronic diseases is poised to drive the growth of the next-generation antibody therapeutics market. Chronic diseases, enduring for a year or more, necessitate continuous medical care and often restrict daily activities. Next-generation antibody therapeutics play a pivotal role in offering targeted care for individuals with chronic illnesses, contributing to improved patient outcomes. As per projections from the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) in January 2023, the number of individuals aged 50 and older with at least one chronic illness is expected to surge by 99.5% by the year 2050, reaching 142.66 million. This underscores the pivotal role of next-generation antibody therapeutics in addressing the escalating prevalence of chronic diseases.

The increasing demand for pharmaceutical companies is set to propel the growth of the next-generation antibody therapeutics market. With a focus on drug discovery, development, production, and marketing, the pharmaceutical industry plays a crucial role in healthcare. Next-generation antibody therapeutics offer advantages such as improved targeting precision, reduced side effects, personalized medicine, extended half-life, dosage interval innovations, multifunctional antibodies, and optimized manufacturing processes. In June 2023, the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA) reported that the total pharmaceutical production in Europe reached $384,200 million (€340,000 million) in 2022, marking a 4.95% increase from 2021. This underscores the growing demand for pharmaceutical companies, thereby driving the next-generation antibody therapeutics market.

Technological advancements emerge as a key trend in the next-generation antibody therapeutics market. Major companies in the sector are focusing on creating technologically advanced products to fortify their market positions. An example is Merck KGaA's October 2021 launch of ChetoSensar, a technology addressing solubility issues and renewing hope for antibody-drug conjugates. ChetoSensar enhances the solubility of antibody-drug conjugates, expanding possibilities for developing next-generation therapeutic solutions.

Collaborations and partnerships are strategic trends gaining traction in the next-generation antibody therapeutics market. Such collaborations facilitate innovation, harness complementary expertise, and expedite the development and commercialization of advanced therapies. In December 2023, AbbVie Inc., a US-based pharmaceutical company, collaborated with BigHat Biosciences, a protein therapeutics company, to leverage machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) for discovering therapeutic antibodies. This collaboration aims to advance the development of next-generation therapeutic antibodies through BigHat Biosciences' Milliner platform, combining ML technologies with a high-speed wet lab for antibody design and selection.

In October 2022, AbbVie, a US-based pharmaceutical company, acquired DJS Antibodies Ltd., a UK-based developer of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies. This strategic acquisition enhances AbbVie's antibody research initiatives, expands its immunology portfolio, and strengthens its position in Oxford's thriving bioscience sector.

Major companies operating in the next-generation antibody therapeutics market report are Pfizer Inc., F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Bayer AG, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, AstraZeneca plc, GlaxoSmithKline plc, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Gilead Sciences Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Amgen Inc., Moderna Inc., BioNTech SE, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., Biogen Inc., Celgene Corporation, Lonza Group AG, Catalent Inc., Genentech Inc., Kyowa Hakko Kirin Co. Ltd., Samsung Biologics, WuXi Biologics, Seagen Inc., Seattle Genetics Inc., Xencor Inc., ImmunoGen Inc.

North America was the largest region in the next-generation antibody therapeutics market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the next-generation antibody therapeutics market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the next-generation antibody therapeutics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The main types of antibodies in next-generation antibody therapeutics include monoclonal antibodies, polyclonal antibodies, biospecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and others. Monoclonal antibodies are laboratory-produced proteins designed to bind to specific targets, such as antigens on the surface of cancer cells. These therapeutics find applications across various therapeutic areas, including oncology, autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and others. They are utilized in hospitals and clinics, research institutes, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and other relevant entities.

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The next-generation antibody therapeutics market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as antibody engineering, antibody manufacturing, and regulatory support. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The next-generation antibody therapeutics market also includes sales of immune checkpoint inhibitors, antibody-targeted nanoparticles, and antibody-mimetic proteins. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).


The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.