This statistic represents the number of companies in the pharmaceutical industry in France from 1970 to 2020. While France had more than 420 pharmaceutical companies in 1970, there were about 240 in 2018. 2020 shows an increase compared to 2018 since 9 new establishments opened. This is the first increase during the measured period. According to the source, this significant decrease since 1970 is mainly explained by mergers and acquisitions in the sector.
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LEEM. (February 8, 2023). Number of pharmaceutical industry companies in France from 1970 to 2020 [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 26, 2026, from /statistics/1629185/evolution-number-pharmaceutical-companies-france/
LEEM. "Number of pharmaceutical industry companies in France from 1970 to 2020." Chart. February 8, 2023. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Accessed July 26, 2026. /statistics/1629185/evolution-number-pharmaceutical-companies-france/
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