Drug Stores
Industry Description
The US drug stores industry includes about 42,000 establishments (single-location companies and branches of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $220 billion. Major companies include Walgreens, CVS Caremark, and Rite Aid. The industry is concentrated: the 50 largest companies generate about 70 percent of revenue.
SIC: 5499, 5912
NAICS: 446110, 446191
NAICS: 446110, 446191
Related Industries:
Health Care Sector, Medical Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing, Health Insurance Carriers, Drug Wholesalers , Internet & Mail-Order RetailTo get access to the full industry record, register now.
Top 5 Companies
| Company | Sales | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CVS Caremark Corporation | 107,100.00M | Woonsocket, RI |
| Walgreen Co. | 72,184.00M | Deerfield, IL |
| Rite Aid Corporation | 25,214.91M | Camp Hill, PA |
| AMERICAN DRUG STORES, INC. | 24,519.70M | Boise, ID |
| Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation | 10,373.99M | Toronto, ON |
Trends
Chains Buying Independent Store "Files" - Chains eliminate independent drug stores mostly through acquisition by...
Industry Indicator
US consumer spending on nondurable goods, an indicator of retail drugstore sales, rose 6.1 percent in November 2011 compared to the same month in 2010.
Quarterly Industry Update
Walgreens' New Format Showcases Pharmacists - Walgreen Co. has unveiled a new look for its pharmacy department and its food and beauty offerings as part of a pilot program. The company...


