Pharmacies - Uganda

  • Uganda
  • In Uganda, the Pharmacies market is expected to experience significant growth in the coming years.
  • By 2024, the projected revenue is estimated to reach US$0.87bn.
  • This growth is expected to continue with an annual growth rate of 5.80% from 2024 to 2028.
  • By the end of 2028, the market volume is anticipated to reach US$1.09bn.
  • When compared globally, the highest revenue in the Pharmacies market is expected to be generated United States, with an estimated revenue of US$387.30bn in 2024.
  • This highlights the dominance of the United States in this market.
  • Taking into account the population figures, the per person revenue generated in Uganda's Pharmacies market is projected to be US$17.50 in 2024.
  • This indicates the level of revenue generated per individual in relation to the total population.
  • In Uganda, there is a growing trend of pharmacies expanding their services to include telemedicine consultations to reach remote areas.

Key regions: United States, China, Germany, Japan, Europe

 
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Analyst Opinion

The Pharmacies market in Uganda has been experiencing significant growth in recent years.

Customer preferences:
Customers in Uganda have shown a growing preference for pharmacies as a convenient and reliable source of healthcare products and services. Pharmacies offer a wide range of over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, and other healthcare products, making them a one-stop shop for customers' healthcare needs. Additionally, pharmacies in Uganda often provide additional services such as health consultations, vaccinations, and blood pressure screenings, further enhancing their appeal to customers.

Trends in the market:
One of the key trends in the Pharmacies market in Uganda is the increasing demand for generic medications. Generic medications are more affordable compared to branded drugs, making them a popular choice among cost-conscious customers. This trend is driven by the rising healthcare costs and the need for accessible and affordable healthcare solutions. Pharmacies in Uganda have responded to this trend by expanding their range of generic medications, ensuring that customers have access to affordable healthcare options. Another trend in the Pharmacies market in Uganda is the growing focus on preventive healthcare. With an increasing awareness of the importance of preventive measures in maintaining good health, customers are seeking out pharmacies for products and services that can help them prevent illnesses and maintain their well-being. Pharmacies in Uganda have started offering a wider range of preventive healthcare products, such as vitamins, supplements, and health screenings, to cater to this demand.

Local special circumstances:
Uganda has a growing population, with a significant portion of the population residing in rural areas. Access to healthcare services, including pharmacies, can be a challenge in these areas. To address this issue, pharmacies in Uganda have been expanding their reach by opening branches in rural areas or partnering with local healthcare providers. This allows customers in remote areas to access essential healthcare products and services conveniently.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The growing Pharmacies market in Uganda can be attributed to several underlying macroeconomic factors. Firstly, the country's economy has been experiencing steady growth, leading to an increase in disposable income among the population. This has resulted in higher healthcare spending, including the purchase of medications and other healthcare products from pharmacies. Additionally, Uganda has made significant progress in improving its healthcare infrastructure and services in recent years. This has increased access to healthcare facilities and services, including pharmacies, across the country. The government has also implemented policies to regulate and monitor the quality of medications sold in pharmacies, ensuring that customers have access to safe and effective healthcare products. In conclusion, the Pharmacies market in Uganda is experiencing growth due to customer preferences for convenience and reliable healthcare products and services. The increasing demand for generic medications and preventive healthcare solutions, coupled with the expansion of pharmacies in rural areas, has contributed to the market's development. The underlying macroeconomic factors, such as economic growth and improvements in healthcare infrastructure, have also played a significant role in driving the growth of the Pharmacies market in Uganda.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on offline and online spending by consumers, including VAT. Not included are B2B and B2G sales, or other pharmaceutical sales through hospitals or retail stores such as supermarkets.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use industry associations, third-party studies and reports and survey results from our primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as healthcare expenditure per country, consumer healthcare spending, GDP and internet penetration. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, forecasts are based on historical developments, current trends, and key market indicators, using advanced statistical methods. For forecasting digital trends such as the online-pharmacy sales share we use exponential trend smoothing and the s-curve method. The main drivers are healthcare expenditure per country and consumer healthcare spending.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year. GCS data is reweighted for representativeness.

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