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Chemists & Pharmacies in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2028)

Revenue

€56.4bn

2024

€56.4bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X.Xbn

Employees

174k

Businesses

31,042

Wages

€X.Xbn

Chemists & Pharmacies in France industry analysis

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. 

Trends and Insights

  • Europe's ageing population is driving demand for medical supplies. According to the European Commission, over 21% of EU citizens are aged 65 or older, so retailers are expanding offerings and using competitive pricing to meet growing market needs.
  • 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.
  • 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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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in France is €56.4bn in 2025.

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

There are 31,042 businesses in the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.2 % between 2019 and 2024.

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

The market size of the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 0.7 % between 2019 and 2024.

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

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

What does the Chemists & Pharmacies in France include?

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

How competitive is the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Chemists & Pharmacies industry in France.

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Table of Contents

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 France 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 France 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 bottom 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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