Middle East & Africa Branded Generics Market Size & Outlook

The branded generics market in Middle East & Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 31,617.6 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 5.4% is expected of Middle East & Africa branded generics market from 2022 to 2030.
Revenue, 2021 (US$M)
$19,660.7
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$31,617.6
CAGR, 2022 - 2030
5.4%
Report Coverage
Middle East & Africa

MEA branded generics market highlights

  • The MEA branded generics market generated a revenue of USD 19.7 billion in 2021.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2022 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, anti-hypertensive was the largest revenue generating drug class in 2021.
  • Hormones is the most lucrative drug class segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • Country-wise, UAE is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2022 to 2030.


MEA data book summary

Market revenue in 2021USD 19.7 billion
Market revenue in 2030USD 31.6 billion
Growth rate5.4% (CAGR from 2021 to 2030)
Largest segmentAnti-hypertensive
Fastest growing segmentHormones
Historical data covered2018 - 2020
Base year for estimation2021
Forecast period covered2022 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD billion
Market segmentationAlkylating Agents, Antimetabolites, Hormones, Anti-hypertensive, Lipid Lowering drugs, Anti-depressants, Anti-psychotics, Anti-epileptics
Key market players worldwideTeva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Lupin, Sanofi SA, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer Inc, Apotex Inc., Viatris Inc


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 8.6% of the global branded generics market in 2021.
  • Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 188.0 billion by 2030.

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Middle East & Africa branded generics market outlook

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Anti-hypertensive was the largest segment with a revenue share of 15.74% in 2021. Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa branded generics market based on alkylating agents, antimetabolites, hormones, anti-hypertensive, lipid lowering drugs, anti-depressants, anti-psychotics, anti-epileptics covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


Considerable increase in the prevalence of chronic and infectious diseases in the African region due to low living standards, unhealthy diet, and industrial & agricultural pollution, has led to an increase in the need for cheaper generic treatment. 

Moreover, the ongoing development of healthcare infrastructure is providing ample opportunities to support market growth. The pricing policies in Saudi Arabia and regulatory framework reforms may further contribute to market growth by creating growth opportunities for local players. 

A greater proportion of people in African countries belong to the low-income group. Hence, the rise in demand for affordable substitutes coupled with availability of generic products is anticipated to drive the market.

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