- GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of drugs that mimic the glucagon-such as peptide-1 hormone, are increasingly recognized as powerful therapeutic options for obesity management due to their dual benefits in appetite regulation and blood glucose control, making them essential tools in both endocrinology and weight-loss medicine
- The accelerating demand for GLP-1 receptor agonists is primarily driven by the global surge in obesity and type 2 diabetes cases, strong clinical outcomes demonstrating significant weight reduction, and growing medical and consumer acceptance of pharmacological obesity treatment
- North America dominated the GLP-1 receptor agonists obesity drugs market with the largest revenue share of 55.56% in 2024, characterized by high obesity prevalence, favorable reimbursement policies, and early adoption of innovative therapies such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, with the U.S. showing robust prescription growth driven by expanding indications and direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing.
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the GLP-1 receptor agonists obesity drugs market during the forecast period due to increasing obesity rates, rising healthcare awareness, and expanding access to advanced diabetes and obesity care
- Long-acting GLP-1 Receptor Agonists segment dominated the GLP-1 receptor agonists obesity drugs market with a market share of 55.5% in 2024, driven by its superior weight loss efficacy, once-weekly dosing convenience, and broad adoption of drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide
