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Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 803 Pages
  • April 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 5302884

Global Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market to Reach $149.1 Billion by 2030

The global market for Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) estimated at US$73.2 Billion in the year 2023, is projected to reach a revised size of US$149.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.3% over the analysis period 2023-2030.

Clinical Research Services, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record 10% CAGR and reach US$76.7 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Early Phase Development Services segment is estimated at 9.2% CAGR for the next 8-year period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $29.2 Billion, While China is Forecast to Grow at 11.7% CAGR

The Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$29.2 Billion in the year 2023. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$10.1 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 11.7% over the analysis period 2023 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 7.7% and 8.4% respectively over the 2023-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 9.3% CAGR.

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What to Expect from the Global Economy in 2024

Edgy geopolitics, and economic instability caused by monetary policy tightening and ensuing higher interest rates will create a tumultuous landscape for 2024. Several factors will continue to exert pressure on the path to recovery including hostilities in the Middle East and increasingly common climate disasters. Among the risks, several positives are also taking shape such as growing signs of disinflation and easing of anxiety over stubborn inflation, supply chain normalization and price moderation despite volatility in energy costs. Elections across several G21 jurisdictions, notably in India and the United States, will have potential ramifications for capital flows and investment strategies. While India emerges as a compelling destination in the global investment landscape, U.S, based tech firms will continue to dominate, fueled by a dynamic ecosystem of talent and capital. Tech opportunities in Silicon Valley and beyond remain attractive for investors seeking high-growth prospects supported largely by a resilient albeit slowing domestic economy and conducive regulatory environment. Europe will continue to battle tight monetary policy and recession risks with U.K. having the most challenging outlook and running the greatest risk of recession in 2024. China remains a wild card with hope for growth in the country underpinned by government spending and improvements in consumer spending. The volatile environment will offer both opportunities and challenges for investors and businesses alike. Embracing volatility as a catalyst for growth together with agility and strategic foresight in navigating investment decisions will remain important for survival.

Select Competitors (Total 307 Featured)

  • 360biolabs®
  • Charles River Laboratories International Inc.
  • ICON plc
  • IQVIA, Inc.
  • KCR S.A
  • Medpace Holdings, Inc.
  • Parexel International Corporation
  • PSI CRO AG
  • Syneos Health, Inc.
  • WuXi AppTec

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Contract Research Outsourcing: An Introduction
  • Qualities that have to be considered while selecting a CRO
  • Global Economic Update
  • Competition
  • M&A Activity Rampant in the CRO Market
  • M&A Activity Yields Immense Pressure on Smaller CROs
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2023 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2023 (E)
  • Players Adapt & Align with Evolutionary Changes in CRO Industry
  • Global Market Prospects and Outlook
  • Global Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Set for a Rapid Growth
  • Rapidly Changing & Evolving Landscape Entails Seismic Shifts for CROs
  • Stringent Regulations Fuel the Need for CROs
  • Technology Changes the Research Foot Prints of the CRO Industry
  • Market Outlook
  • Regional Market Analysis
  • Trend of Clinical Trials Outsourcing Attains Pace in North America
  • Digital Technology Facilitates Decentralized Trials
  • Key Trends in the CRO Market
  • Recent Market Activity
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Strong Rise in Pharmaceutical Sales to Drive Demand for CRO Services
  • Global Prescription Drug Sales (In US$ Trillion) for the Years 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023 & 2025
  • Persistent Increase in Pharmaceutical R&D Bodes Well for CRO Market
  • Surge in Clinical Trials Powers Growth of CRO Industry
  • CROs to Leverage Artificial Intelligence in a Major Way to Increase Efficacy of Clinical Research
  • Pandemic Spawns Digitization Wave
  • CROs and the Emergence of New Technology: Opportunities and Challenges
  • Popularity of Wearable technology Eases Enlisting Study groups and Tracking of Patient Activity
  • Biosimulation Enhances Data Interpretation and Pre-Verification
  • CROs: From a Humble Beginning to Partners of Moment for Drug Discovery Endeavors
  • Biotechnology Firms as Valuable Options
  • CROs in Great Demand
  • CROs with Process Maturity in Demand
  • Dealing with Geopolitical Issues
  • Decentralized Clinical Trials & Flexibility
  • Issues with Hybrid Trials & Sponsor Preferences
  • CROs to Mitigate Supply Chain Glitches
  • Bio-Pharmaceutical Sector Regains Momentum Post Pandemic
  • Growing Size and Complexity of Clinical Trials Increase Biotech’s Dependence on CROs
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
  • Table 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World Historic Review for Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 4: World 16-Year Perspective for Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Clinical Research by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World Historic Review for Clinical Research by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 7: World 16-Year Perspective for Clinical Research by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Early Phase Development by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World Historic Review for Early Phase Development by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 10: World 16-Year Perspective for Early Phase Development by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Laboratory by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World Historic Review for Laboratory by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 13: World 16-Year Perspective for Laboratory by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Service Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World Historic Review for Other Service Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 16: World 16-Year Perspective for Other Service Types by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 17: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Oncology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World Historic Review for Oncology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 19: World 16-Year Perspective for Oncology by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for CNS Disorders by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World Historic Review for CNS Disorders by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 22: World 16-Year Perspective for CNS Disorders by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 23: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diabetes by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: World Historic Review for Diabetes by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 25: World 16-Year Perspective for Diabetes by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 26: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Cardiovascular Diseases by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: World Historic Review for Cardiovascular Diseases by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 28: World 16-Year Perspective for Cardiovascular Diseases by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 29: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Metabolic Diseases by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: World Historic Review for Metabolic Diseases by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 31: World 16-Year Perspective for Metabolic Diseases by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 32: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Infectious Diseases by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 33: World Historic Review for Infectious Diseases by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 34: World 16-Year Perspective for Infectious Diseases by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 35: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Therapeutic Areas by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 36: World Historic Review for Other Therapeutic Areas by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 37: World 16-Year Perspective for Other Therapeutic Areas by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 38: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Pharma & Biopharma Companies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 39: World Historic Review for Pharma & Biopharma Companies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 40: World 16-Year Perspective for Pharma & Biopharma Companies by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 41: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Medical Device Companies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 42: World Historic Review for Medical Device Companies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 43: World 16-Year Perspective for Medical Device Companies by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 44: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Academic Institutes by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 45: World Historic Review for Academic Institutes by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 46: World 16-Year Perspective for Academic Institutes by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
CHINA
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
EUROPE
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
FRANCE
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
GERMANY
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
INDIA
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2024 (E)
REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Contract Research Organization Services (CROs) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2024 (E)
REST OF WORLDIV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • 360biolabs®
  • Charles River Laboratories International Inc.
  • ICON plc
  • IQVIA, Inc.
  • KCR S.A
  • Medpace Holdings, Inc.
  • Parexel International Corporation
  • PSI CRO AG
  • Syneos Health, Inc.
  • WuXi AppTec

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