PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1553641
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1553641
The global pediatric vaccines market size is expected to reach USD 49.46 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 4.1%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Advancements in development of vaccines and new product launches are some of the major drivers of the market.
Increase in investments by companies to capture a larger market share is anticipated to propel growth. Some of the factors attributed to increase in investment are high growth prospects in the emerging market, immunization schedule mandated by doctors for children, and awareness programs led by UNICEF, WHO, and other healthcare organizations. Furthermore, increase in number of government initiatives for raising awareness about immunization is expected to boost the market for pediatric vaccines.
Advancements in development of novel adjuvants and therapeutic vaccines are expected to drive growth during the forecast period. Ongoing research in novel molecules targeted at specific mechanisms of action in the body is aimed at providing immunity against fatal diseases such as cancer and Zika virus disease. For instance, in June 2016, Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced the initiation of phase I clinical trial for their Zika DNA vaccine named GLS-5700.