INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT

Pharmaceuticals

Experience market stability with numerous untapped opportunities for growth in the pharmaceuticals sector, and become aware of obstacles and strategies for getting and securing funding amid big players.

Pharmaceuticals sculpting the future of medicine today

With an annual 20% growth, the pharmaceutical industry market has become a stable fertile ground for innovations. AI assistance, telehealth, and evolving healthcare needs, fueled by covid-19, have fostered venture capitalists to allocate more resources to the pharmaceuticals segment.

Opportunities for startups seem abundant but so do the challenges

Big players have raised the bar, making it hard for fresh blood to flow into the market smoothly. The names of Pfizer Inc., Johnson & Johnson, and Roche Holding AG are on everyone’s lips. Endowed with a strong brand and substantial resources, they have gained both customers’ and investors’ trust, thus leading to another hurdle…

A fight for financing. The risks associated with monetary returns and time-related challenges in drug discovery and manufacturing may cut the chances of your project funding. But…

With a well-devised strategy, you’ll carve a slice of cake

To stay ahead of the curve in the pharmaceutical industry, startups should utilize a comprehensive systematic approach and know how to address the competitive landscape. With a track record of successful fundraising cases and business growth plans, at Waveup, we know all the ropes of this game. So let’s start delving into the promising pharmaceutics arena by reviewing our market research.

70% growth
in funding early-stage drug startups from 2020 to 2021.

 

60+
an aging population with an expected number of 2b by 2050 is rocketing healthcare demands.

3 sec

every 3 seconds, people buy pharmaceutical products.

70%+

pharmaceuticals innovation drives 70% of medical breakthroughs.

1/3

is the healthcare market share of the pharmaceuticals industry.

VENTURE LANDSCAPE

In 2022, the pharmaceutical venture capital amounted to $7.8 billion.

 
And the leading verticals are:

  • Biotechnology
  • Healthtech and Digital Health
  • Drug Discovery and Development Platforms
  • AI and Machine Learning
  • Medical Devices and Diagnostics

Leading pharmaceuticals venture capital firms we worked with

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WAVEUP VIEW

Challenges pharmaceuticals startups encounter

Stability and growth potential come at a cost.

Titans and innovators battlefield

The pharmaceutical market arena witnesses a considerable battle between established pharma companies and new entrants. The early-stage startups should cover all the bases since, with extensive resources and well-known brand names, pharmaceutical giants stand as a significant challenge on the horizon.

Funding jostle

Getting fundraising in pharmaceuticals is a rough road. And the industry’s unique nature is the driving force behind it. Long time and high risks associated with drug discovery and development and uncertain investment returns lower the chances of attracting the required financial support.

Cross-border compliance

Exploring uncharted waters is profitable yet challenging. Each country has its own set of regulations, approval procedures, and funding channels that pharmaceutical cadets must navigate. Additionally, the product’s success in the market depends on patient demographics, treatment protocols, and healthcare infrastructure.

How we can help

Startups
Fundraising advisory

From diligent industry analysis to storytelling and financial forecasts, we’re helping founders crystallize and structure key business fundamentals and translate them into a compelling investment opportunity framed in a winning pharmaceuticals pitch deck.

Investors
Due diligence and portfolio support

Evaluating potential investments, conducting due diligence, and supporting portfolio companies on their new fundraising rounds.

Established companies
Growth hacking

Discovering market opportunities in the market and developing execution strategies to build actionable and scalable blueprints for growth.

WHO WE ARE

Unlocking your next stage of growth

Waveup is a leading global advisory empowering companies to fuel growth, attract investments, and secure strategic partnerships.

We turn data into business insights that drive results, helping companies excel in the competitive B2C and B2B spaces across 50+ verticals, discovering and catalizing opportunities for growth.

Our investment consulting services for pharmaceuticals startups

Market intelligence

Fundraising support

Pitch decks

Financial models

Investor research

Growth consulting

Go-to-market strategies

Marketing/sales materials

Design support

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FAQ

What makes the industry appealing for pharmaceutical financing opportunities?

The pharmaceutical industry offers promising financing opportunities due to its constant innovation, the ever-present demand for novel medical solutions and treatments, and a rapidly growing market comprising more than $1.1T. Plus, with the potential for high returns on successful drug developments and the growing global emphasis on healthcare, investors view it as a lucrative sector for long-term investment.

What is the current size of the pharmaceutical market, and its potential for future pharmaceutical startups?

The comprehensive pharmaceutical market research showed that the global market was valued at $1.1 in 2022 and is projected to skyrocket at the rate of 5.8% yearly. With the continuous evolution in biotech, personalized medicine, and digital health, there’s enormous potential for upcoming pharmaceutical startups.

How challenging is it to secure funding for pharmaceutical startups nowadays?

The pharmaceutical industry seems to be on VCs’ 2023 radars due to the ever-lasting necessity for health sustaining and promoting, but securing funding is not a walk in the park. High costs and risks associated with drug development and lengthy regulatory processes may deter investors from pouring funds into your startup. However, with cutting-edge innovation and effective go-to-market strategy, you’ll conquer the hearts and wallets of both clients and venture capitalists.

How long does it take to create a pharmaceutical pitch deck and a financial model for a pharmaceutical startup?

Crafting a pharmaceutical pitch deck usually takes from two to three weeks. However, if the project is complicated, the time frames may vary up to a month. The exact amount of time needed to complete the project is discussed individually.

What are the key mistakes pharmaceutical startups make in their pitch decks?

We have noticed a number of crucial mistakes startups make in their pharmaceutical pitch decks. First, they don’t put too much emphasis on investment narration, and this constitutes almost half of a pitch deck’s success. Second, their presentations lack such essential aspects as market traction, the answer to the question ‘Why now?,’ and relevant information.

What are the main challenges pharmaceutical startups face, and how are they tackling them?

Pharmaceutical startups face fierce competition, high research and development costs, and regulatory hurdles. To tackle these issues, many are turning to partnerships and collaborations for shared resources, leveraging AI for drug discovery, and seeking diverse funding sources.

How competitive is the pharmaceutical market?

The pharmaceutical market is cutthroat, with numerous established giants and more than 2K emerging players vying for market share, breakthrough innovations, and patent rights. The race for drug discovery, coupled with the complexities of legal protocols, keeps the market dynamics continuously in flux.

What services do you provide for investors who are either considering or have already invested in pharmaceutical startups?

Detailed due diligence of the promising m-commerce projects, supporting making a decision as for the opportunity value, and A to Z fundraising assistance to the partner fund’s group of companies—are the scope of services we provide to venture capitalists.

Do you provide pharmaceutical M&A support?

Definitely! Whether you need to identify pharmaceutical M&A opportunities, create a CIM, or require a model for buy-side and sell-side deals, we are at your service.

Do you make intros to pharmaceutical VCs?

Surely! One of the services we provide is assisting startups in contacting pharmaceutical VCs if their projects align with the requirements, such as round size, team, product, etc. Plus, we create a pipeline of investors eager to pour funds into pharmaceuticals to arrange a meeting for the startups with them, with further post-deal communication.

Do you provide comprehensive pharmaceutical market research on request?

Certainly! Our experts offer tailored insights into the pharmaceutical scene, encompassing sector overviews, competitor breakdowns, and thorough market studies to prime you for triumph. We tap into trusted exclusive databases to ensure you fully understand the nuances of the pharmaceutical sector, touching on aspects like its scale, variety, and rivalry.

Which pharmaceutical startup funding stages do you assist with?

We help pharmaceutical startups by guiding them through the Seed to Series B growth stages, along with assistance in pre-seed and Series C+ stages and cooperation with top industry players and VC funds.

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