Protein Therapeutics Market Size, Share, and Trends 2024 to 2033

The global protein therapeutics market size reached USD 350.31 billion in 2023 and is predicted to hit USD 696.89 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.12% from 2024 to 2033. The increasing cases of chronic disease and the advancements in biotechnology are driving the growth of the protein therapeutics market.

Key Takeaways

• North America dominated the market with a 45% Market share in 2023.
• Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth rate in the market during the forecast period.
• By product, the monoclonal antibodies segment dominated the market in 2023.
• By product, the insulin segment is expected to grow substantially during the forecast period.
• By application, the metabolic disorders segment dominated the market in 2023.
• By application, the immunological disorders segment is expected to grow substantially during the forecast period.

Protein Therapeutics Market in the U.S. 2024 To 2033

The U.S. protein therapeutics market was valued at USD 118.23 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 236.04 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 7.15% from 2024 to 2033.

North America led the global market with the highest market share of 45% in 2023. The dominance of the region's market is attributed to the presence of the established healthcare industry and the ongoing development in the launch and innovations of medicines and treatments, which are driving the growth of the market. The rising presence of major healthcare institutions and pharmaceutical firms, research centers, and skilled working professions are contributing to the expansion of the market.

The region has a high prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and cardiovascular diseases. Protein therapeutics offer targeted treatment options for these conditions, driving demand for innovative biological drugs that can effectively manage symptoms and improve patient outcomes. North America is home to many leading pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, research institutions, and academic centers focused on protein therapeutics research and development. These organizations collaborate closely with healthcare providers, regulatory agencies, and patient advocacy groups to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into clinically viable therapies.

Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth in the protein therapeutics market during the forecast period. The growth of the market is attributed to the rising geriatric population in countries like China and India, and the increasing ratio of chronic diseases is fueling the growth of the market in the region. The rising investments in R&D in the innovation of the latest treatment and formulation of drugs for the treatment of chronic diseases are contributing to the growth of the protein therapeutics market over the forecast period.

Rising healthcare expenditure and investment in healthcare infrastructure across countries in the Asia Pacific region are driving demand for advanced therapeutic treatments, including protein therapeutics. As economies in the region continue to grow, governments and private sectors are allocating more resources to healthcare, leading to increased access to and adoption of protein-based drugs.

Technological advancements in biotechnology, including recombinant DNA technology, protein engineering, and cell culture techniques, are facilitating the development of novel protein therapeutics with enhanced efficacy, specificity, and safety profiles. Academic institutions, research organizations, and biotechnology companies in the Asia Pacific region are actively engaged in research and development activities to discover and develop new protein-based drugs, driving innovation and growth in the market.

Protein Therapeutics Market Overview

The protein therapeutics market offers and revolves around the businesses associated with recombinantly modified human proteins known as therapeutic proteins. Scientists can examine the properties of proteins by using various representations of their complex structure. Treating HIV, cancer, and other illnesses with therapeutic proteins is a frequent practice. We now provide an overview of medicinal proteins' uses and functional characteristics. Increased prevalence of long-term illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune disorders is driving the need for novel treatment solutions. The expansion of protein therapies' applications and enhancement of treatment outcomes, as a result of ongoing research and development activities, are driving the growth of the global protein therapeutics market.

Growth Factors

• The increase in the geriatric population and cases of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and other immunodeficiency diseases are driving the growth of the protein therapeutics market. 
• Technological advancement in protein synthesis and formulation techniques fueling the growth of the market. Additionally, the rising investments by the major market players and the government support for chronic disease drug development are driving the growth of the market. 
• The rising demand for personalized medicines as per the disease, genetic conditions, and medical history of the patient is fueling the demand for the protein therapeutics market. 
• The rising investment by the government and the major industry leaders for the development of healthcare facilities like hospitals, research institutes, and pharmaceutical firms and the increasing collaboration between private and public players are boosting the growth of the protein therapeutics market. 
• The rise in technological advancement in protein engineering consulting monoclonal antibody production, recombinant DNA technology, and protein expression systems for the development of protein therapeutics are driving the expansion of the market.

Protein Therapeutics Market Dynamics

Driver: Rising rate of chronic disease

The increasing number of chronic diseases among the population, especially in the geriatric population, is driving the growth of the protein therapeutics market. Chronic diseases include diseases, cancer, and other neurological diseases among the population, driving the demand for protein therapeutics treatment. Rising cases of type 1 and type 2 diabetic patients and the steady rise in cancer patients all around the world are accelerating the demand for the market. Additionally, the rising demand for personalized medicines customized according to the genetic profile of the patient, the disease, and the response to the treatment accelerates the growth of the market.

Restraint: High cost

The formulation and development of protein drugs involve complex procedures and require extensive research and development, which results in increased expenditure. Thus, the increased cost of the development of drugs is restraining the growth of the protein therapeutics market.

Opportunity: R&D and rising investment 

Continuous research and development for refining protein increase the applications and patient outcomes in the protein therapeutics market. The rising investment by the major market players for the development of the next-generation monoclonal antibodies, protein-based modalities, and bispecific antibodies, and the rising investments in increasing cases of chronic disease, are contributing to the growth of the protein therapeutics market.

Product Insights

The monoclonal antibodies segment dominated the protein therapeutics market in 2023. The dominance of the segment is attributed to the rising use of monoclonal antibodies in the treatment of various chronic diseases, which is driving the growth of the segment in the market. Monoclonal antibodies are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, cancers, systemic lupus erythematosus, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, cardiovascular diseases, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, and rejections associated with transplantation.

They are majorly used in laboratory techniques studies, therapies, and research for the medication and treatment for infections and other disorders. The monoclonal antibodies are widely used in the treatment of several types of cancer. Thus, the increasing demand from the research center and the treatment of chronic disease is accelerating the demand for the segment in the market.

The insulin segment is expected to grow in the protein therapeutics market during the forecast period. The increasing number of diabetic cases all across the world is driving the demand for the insulin segment in the market. Insulin is the hormone that is naturally produced by the body the main role of insulin is to enable the cells in the body to increase glucose and convert it as a form of energy. In diabetic patients, there is no natural insulin is released, so they need to take insulin from the medication. Insulin is mostly taken by people affected by type 1 diabetes. Insulin is available as synthetic human insulin, insulin analog, and biosimilars. The increasing number of cases of diabetes patients is fueling the growth of the segment in the market.

Application Insights

The metabolic disorders segment dominated the protein therapeutics market in 2023. The rising cases of metabolism disorders such as Gaucher's disease, diabetes, and hemochromatosis are driving the demand for the protein therapeutics market. Metabolic disorders have some common symptoms like weight loss or gain, tiredness, vomiting, and nausea. Metabolic disorders generally occur when the chemical reaction disturbs the metabolism of the body. Metabolic disorders have various treatment options depending upon the cause of the disorders. The rising cases of metabolic disorders due to genetics, bad eating habits, and lifestyle changes contribute to the growth of the market.

Immunological disorders are substantially growing in the market during the forecast period. In immunological disorders, the body's immune system doesn't work properly the way it should work. There are certain types of immunological disorders, such as severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) disorders, that come with the birth of a child and temporary acquired immune deficiencies. These types of immunodeficiencies come after the severe treatment of diseases like chemotherapy treatment for cancer and AIDS destroys the important white blood cells and weakens the immune system. The rising number of such is accelerating the demand for the market.

Recent Developments

• In February 2024, BioNtech, a next-generation immunotherapy company, and Autolus, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced the strategic collaboration for CAR-T Cell Therapy. 
• In February 2024, Lumosa Therapeutics, a Taiwan-based firm, introduced two Phase II clinical trials, LT3001, a candidate for treating acute ischemic stroke (AIS). The Phase IIb Bright (NCT05403866) trial and Phase II Lumosa 203 trial (NCT05198323) are double-blinded, placebo-controlled. 
• In January 2024, Ractigen Therapeutics, a leading clinical-stage pharmaceutical industry leader in charge of small activated RNA therapeutics, announced a strategic partnership with Utrecht University-affiliated University Medical Center. The collaboration strengthens the saRNA-based treatments for a spectrum of intractable neurodevelopmental disorders.
• In January 2022, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. paid US$ 1.85 billion in cash to acquire PeproTech. Privately held, PeproTech is a supplier of bioscience reagents, such as growth factors and cytokines, to the cell and gene therapy industry as well as other applications involving cell culture. PeproTech is headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey. 

Protein Therapeutics Market Companies 

• Bayer AG
• Bristol-Myers Squibb
• Daiichi Sankyo Company
• Abbott
• Sanofi
• Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.
• Genzyme Corporation (Sanofi)
• AbbVie, Inc.
• Sanofi
• Leadiant Biosciences
• Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
• Amicus Therapeutics

Segments Covered in the Report

By Product

• Monoclonal Antibodies
• Insulin
• Fusion Protein
• Erythropoietin
• Interferon
• Human Growth Hormone
• Follicle Stimulating Hormone

By Applications

• Metabolic Disorders
• Immunologic Disorders
• Hematological Disorders
• Cancer
• Hormonal Disorders
• Genetic Disorders

By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa