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Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is a type of kidney cancer that originates in the renal tubules, which are responsible for filtering waste and producing urine. The cancer develops when kidney cells become abnormal and begin growing uncontrollably, forming a tumor that can impair the kidney's ability to filter waste and produce urine.
The primary types of renal cell carcinoma include clear cell RCC, papillary RCC, and chromophobe RCC. Clear cell RCC is the most common form of kidney cancer, arising in the kidney's blood-filtering tubules. Microscopically, the cancer cells appear clear or pale due to the accumulation of lipids and carbohydrates. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of urine and blood tests, computed tomography (CT) scans, ultrasounds, nephrectomy, and biopsies. Treatment options include surgery, targeted therapies, chemotherapy, ablation, medications, and other methods, serving a variety of settings such as hospitals, specialty clinics, home care, and other healthcare providers.
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 sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a significant impact on the healthcare sector, especially in the supply of essential medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are grappling with higher costs for imported surgical tools, imaging systems, and consumables like syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic substitutes. These escalating expenses are putting pressure on healthcare budgets, prompting some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass increased costs on to patients. Furthermore, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the manufacturing of vital drugs and devices, leading to supply chain delays. In response, the industry is adopting diversified sourcing strategies, expanding local production where feasible, and pushing for tariff exemptions on critical medical products.
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The renal cell carcinoma market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $4.81 billion in 2024 to $4.96 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in prevalence of kidney cancer, increase in geriatric population, growth in adoption of targeted therapies, heightened awareness of cancer screening, improved healthcare infrastructure, and rise in investments in oncology research and development.
The renal cell carcinoma market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.84 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of personalized medicine, growing awareness about early cancer detection, rising healthcare investments in oncology, improved access to healthcare, and expanding clinical trials and research on novel therapies. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of AI for precision diagnostics, development of targeted therapies, innovations in immunotherapy, advancements in biomarker identification, adoption of minimally invasive surgical techniques, and advancements in imaging technologies.
The forecast of 4.2% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.2% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Trade tensions could hinder U.S. oncologists' access to tyrosine kinase inhibitors by inflating prices of targeted therapies produced in Germany and France, resulting in delayed treatment initiation and higher genitourinary oncology program costs. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The increasing geriatric population is anticipated to drive the expansion of the renal cell carcinoma market. The elderly, typically defined as individuals aged 65 and above, often have unique healthcare and social needs. The growth in this demographic is attributed to advancements in healthcare, improved nutrition, and longer life expectancy. Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is becoming more common among older adults, underscoring the need for specialized screening and treatment approaches for this group. For example, in January 2024, a report by the Population Reference Bureau, a US-based non-profit organization, predicted that the number of Americans aged 65 and older will rise from 58 million in 2022 to 82 million by 2050, marking a 47% increase. Consequently, the aging population is contributing to the growth of the renal cell carcinoma market.
Companies in the renal cell carcinoma market are focusing on technological advancements, particularly in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance cancer diagnosis and treatment. AI-powered solutions, such as those designed to analyze kidney biopsies, are being developed to improve diagnostic accuracy, streamline procedures, and optimize patient outcomes. These AI tools use machine learning algorithms and computer vision to assist pathologists and nephrologists in evaluating kidney tissue samples. For example, in March 2024, Aiosyn, a software company based in the Netherlands, introduced the NephroPath platform, an AI-powered solution for kidney biopsy analysis. NephroPath employs computational pathology algorithms to analyze histological biomarkers in kidney biopsies, including identifying tissue types, measuring interstitial fibrosis, and assessing glomeruli. This AI-driven technology ensures consistent, detailed, and reproducible scoring of renal pathology biomarkers, addressing limitations of traditional scoring methods and reducing observer bias.
In October 2024, Arcus Biosciences, a US-based biotechnology firm, partnered with AstraZeneca plc to investigate the combination of casdatifan (AB521) and volrustomig for patients with clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC). The partnership aims to advance treatment for ccRCC by developing a new drug combination, combining the expertise of both companies to accelerate development and improve patient outcomes. AstraZeneca plc, a UK-based pharmaceutical company, is known for its focus on oncology treatments and diagnoses.
Major players in the renal cell carcinoma market are Pfizer Inc., Johnson & Johnson, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Merck & Co. Inc., Bayer AG, Bristol Myers Squibb Company, AstraZeneca Plc, Abbott Laboratories, Novartis AG, Fresenius Kabi AG, GSK plc, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Amgen Inc., Viatris Inc. (Mylan N.V.), Astellas Pharma Inc., Eisai Co. Ltd., Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Ipsen Pharma, Cipla Inc., Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC, Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC, Exelixis Inc., Nektar Therapeutics.
North America was the largest region in the renal cell carcinoma market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in renal cell carcinoma report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the renal cell carcinoma market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The renal cell carcinoma market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as CT scans, ultrasounds, chemotherapy and targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and supportive care and counseling. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The renal cell carcinoma market also includes sales of needle biopsy systems, laser ablation devices, biopsy trays and kits, and biopsy specimen containers. 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 that 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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