Pharma Services Sector Poised for Continued Growth and Consolidation

Pharma Services Sector Poised for Continued Growth and Consolidation

Published in PharmTech

Authors: Craig A. Steger, Thomas J. Joyce, and Oded Ben-Joseph

Abstract:

Outcome Capital has been following the pharma services market dynamics for the past 5 years. The authors believe that this fragmented segment will give way to greater consolidation by both financial buyers looking to roll up smaller players and larger contract research organizations seeking to expand into value-added specialty service areas. Adding to this consolidation is a tepid fund-raising environment, opening the door for financial buyers to play a role in consolidating many niche players.

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