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Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is a disease characterized by the formation of malignant (cancerous) cells in the lining of the stomach. It originates in the mucus-producing cells of the stomach's inner layer and can spread to deeper layers and other parts of the body. Stomach cancer typically develops slowly and often shows no symptoms in its early stages, but as it progresses, symptoms such as indigestion, stomach pain, nausea, weight loss, and loss of appetite may occur.
The primary types of stomach cancer include adenocarcinoma, lymphoma, gastrointestinal stromal tumor, carcinoid tumor, and other variants. Adenocarcinoma is a type of cancer that develops in the glandular cells lining certain internal organs and is commonly found in the stomach, lungs, prostate, and colon. Treatment options encompass chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical procedures, administered via various routes such as oral and parenteral. Distribution occurs through multiple channels, including hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and online pharmacies, serving a range of end users like hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of critical medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing higher costs for imported surgical instruments, imaging equipment, and consumables such as syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. These increased costs are straining healthcare budgets, leading some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass on expenses to patients. Additionally, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the production of essential drugs and devices, causing supply chain bottlenecks. In response, the industry is diversifying sourcing strategies, boosting local manufacturing where possible, and advocating for tariff exemptions on life-saving medical products.
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The stomach cancer market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.27 billion in 2024 to $3.74 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.1%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection, advancements in targeted therapy development, greater use of combination chemotherapy regimens, rising availability of immunotherapy treatments, and shifting lifestyle patterns.
The stomach cancer market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.28 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to a rise in global stomach cancer incidence rates, increased public and private healthcare spending, a surge in approvals of targeted therapies and biologics, growing interest from pharmaceutical companies in oncology, and an increase in collaborations between research institutions and biotech firms. Major trends expected in this period include the integration of companion diagnostics, incorporation of genomic testing in clinical practice, innovations in immunotherapy combinations, advancements in endoscopic techniques, and the development of microbiome-based therapies.
The increasing prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection is anticipated to drive the growth of the stomach cancer market in the coming years. Helicobacter pylori infection occurs when the bacteria Helicobacter pylori colonize the stomach lining, causing inflammation, ulcers, and elevating the risk of stomach cancer. This rise in infection rates is mainly attributed to poor sanitation, which promotes fecal-oral and oral-oral transmission of the bacteria in overcrowded or unsanitary living environments. Helicobacter pylori contributes to stomach cancer by inducing chronic inflammation and cellular damage in the stomach lining, leading to precancerous changes and tumor formation. For example, in November 2024, the Government of Canada reported that the recurrence rate of Helicobacter pylori infection was 19% in 2023, with variations depending on geographic location and age. Thus, the growing prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection is fueling the expansion of the stomach cancer market.
Key players in the stomach cancer treatment market are focusing on developing advanced therapies such as claudin (CLDN18.2)-targeted cytolytic antibody therapy to improve first-line treatment for HER2-negative gastric and gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma. This therapy uses a monoclonal antibody designed to specifically bind to tumor cells expressing CLDN18.2 and trigger cytotoxic effects when combined with chemotherapy, enhancing both progression-free and overall survival rates. For instance, in October 2024, Astellas Pharma US, Inc., a Japan-based pharmaceutical firm, introduced Vyloy (zolbetuximab-clzb), a claudin (CLDN18.2)-targeted cytolytic antibody for treating gastric and GEJ cancers. Administered intravenously alongside fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-based chemotherapy, this innovative biologic demonstrated median progression-free survival of up to 10.6 months and overall survival of up to 18.2 months in clinical trials. By selectively targeting CLDN18.2-positive cancer cells, it reduces off-target toxicity and enhances treatment specificity, representing a major advancement in personalized oncology for advanced gastric cancer.
In February 2025, GSK plc., a UK-based pharmaceutical company, acquired IDRx, Inc. for $1.15 billion. With this acquisition, GSK aims to bolster its oncology pipeline by advancing innovative targeted therapies for cancer treatment. IDRx, Inc., a US-based biopharmaceutical company, specializes in the discovery and development of precision oncology treatments that target specific genetic mutations in cancer.
Major players in the stomach cancer market are Pfizer Inc., F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd, Merck And Co. Inc., Sanofi S.A., Bristol Myers Squibb Company, AstraZeneca plc, Novartis Ag, GlaxoSmithKline plc, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited., Eli Lilly And Company, Amgen Inc, Mayo Clinic, Daiichi Sankyo Company Limited., Illumina Inc., BeiGene Ltd., Celltrion Healthcare Co. Ltd., Biocon Limited., Guardant Health Inc., Zai Lab Limited., MacroGenics Inc.
North America was the largest region in the stomach cancer market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in stomach cancer report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the stomach cancer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The stomach cancer market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as diagnostic services, surgical services, post-treatment monitoring and palliative care, genetic and biomarker testing, and clinical trial services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The stomach cancer market also includes sales of diagnostic tools and kits, surgical instruments and devices, companion diagnostics, supportive care medications, and biomarker testing kits. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values; that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values and are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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