Definition and Scope: Short-read sequencing is a high-throughput technology used to determine the nucleotide sequence of DNA or RNA fragments that are relatively short in length, typically ranging from 50 to 300 base pairs. This technology has revolutionized genomics research by enabling rapid and cost-effective sequencing of large genomes, transcriptomes, and metagenomes. Short-read sequencing platforms, such as Illumina's sequencing systems, generate millions to billions of short reads in a single run, allowing researchers to analyze genetic variations, gene expression patterns, and microbial diversity with high accuracy and efficiency. The data produced by short-read sequencing is crucial for various applications in fields such as biomedical research, agriculture, forensics, and personalized medicine. The market for short-read sequencing is experiencing significant growth driven by several key factors. One of the primary market drivers is the increasing demand for high-throughput sequencing technologies in research and clinical settings. Short-read sequencing offers rapid turnaround times and cost-effective solutions for generating large volumes of sequencing data, making it ideal for large-scale genomics projects and diagnostic applications. Additionally, advancements in sequencing chemistry, bioinformatics tools, and automation technologies have improved the accuracy, speed, and scalability of short-read sequencing platforms, further fueling market growth. Moreover, the expanding applications of short-read sequencing in fields such as cancer genomics, infectious disease surveillance, and agricultural genomics are creating new opportunities for market players to develop innovative products and services to meet the growing needs of researchers and healthcare professionals. The global Short-read Sequencing market size was estimated at USD 12793.99 million in 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.70% during the forecast period. This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global Short-read Sequencing market, examining all key dimensions. It provides both a macro-level overview and micro-level market details, including market size, trends, competitive landscape, niche segments, growth drivers, and key challenges. Report Framework and Key Highlights: Market Dynamics: Identification of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. Trend Analysis: Examination of ongoing and emerging trends impacting the market. Competitive Landscape: Detailed profiles and market positioning of major players, including market share, operational status, product offerings, and strategic developments. Strategic Analysis Tools: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, PEST Analysis, Value Chain Analysis Market Segmentation: By type, application, region, and end-user industry. Forecasting and Growth Projections: In-depth revenue forecasts and CAGR analysis through 2033. This report equips readers with critical insights to navigate competitive dynamics and develop effective strategies. Whether assessing a new market entry or refining existing strategies, the report serves as a valuable tool for: Industry players Investors Researchers Consultants Business strategists And all stakeholders with an interest or investment in the Short-read Sequencing market. Global Short-read Sequencing Market: Segmentation Analysis and Strategic Insights This section of the report provides an in-depth segmentation analysis of the global Short-read Sequencing market. The market is segmented based on region (country), manufacturer, product type, and application. Segmentation enables a more precise understanding of market dynamics and facilitates targeted strategies across product development, marketing, and sales. By breaking the market into meaningful subsets, stakeholders can better tailor their offerings to the specific needs of each segment—enhancing competitiveness and improving return on investment. Global Short-read Sequencing Market: Market Segmentation Analysis The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments. Key Companies Profiled Thermo Fisher Scientific Hoffmann-La Roche AG GE healthcare Fasteris SA BGI Genomics Agilent Technologies Genscript Biotech Corporation Macrogen Genewiz Qiagen Illumina Market Segmentation by Type Instruments Consumables Services Market Segmentation by Application Academic Research Clinical Research Hospitals & Clinics Pharma & Biotech Entities Other Geographic Segmentation North America: United States, Canada, Mexico Europe: Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia. Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand South America: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia. Middle East and Africa (MEA): Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA Report Framework and Chapter Summary Chapter 1: Report Scope and Market Definition This chapter outlines the statistical boundaries and scope of the report. It defines the segmentation standards used throughout the study, including criteria for dividing the market by region, product type, application, and other relevant dimensions. It establishes the foundational definitions and classifications that guide the rest of the analysis. Chapter 2: Executive Summary This chapter presents a concise summary of the market’s current status and future outlook across different segments—by geography, product type, and application. It includes key metrics such as market size, growth trends, and development potential for each segment. The chapter offers a high-level overview of the Short-read Sequencing Market, highlighting its evolution over the short, medium, and long term. Chapter 3: Market Dynamics and Policy Environment This chapter explores the latest developments in the market, identifying key growth drivers, restraints, challenges, and risks faced by industry participants. It also includes an analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape affecting the market, providing insight into how external factors may shape future performance. Chapter 4: Competitive Landscape This chapter provides a detailed assessment of the market's competitive environment. It covers market share, production capacity, output, pricing trends, and strategic developments such as mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans of leading players. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the positioning and performance of top competitors. Chapters 5–10: Regional Market Analysis These chapters offer in-depth, quantitative evaluations of market size and growth potential across major regions and countries. Each chapter assesses regional consumption patterns, market dynamics, development prospects, and available capacity. The analysis helps readers understand geographical differences and opportunities in global markets. Chapter 11: Market Segmentation by Product Type This chapter examines the market based on product type, analyzing the size, growth trends, and potential of each segment. It helps stakeholders identify underexplored or high-potential product categories—often referred to as “blue ocean” opportunities. Chapter 12: Market Segmentation by Application This chapter analyzes the market based on application fields, providing insights into the scale and future development of each application segment. It supports readers in identifying high-growth areas across downstream markets. Chapter 13: Company Profiles This chapter presents comprehensive profiles of leading companies operating in the market. For each company, it details sales revenue, volume, pricing, gross profit margin, market share, product offerings, and recent strategic developments. This section offers valuable insight into corporate performance and strategy. Chapter 14: Industry Chain and Value Chain Analysis This chapter explores the full industry chain, from upstream raw material suppliers to downstream application sectors. It includes a value chain analysis that highlights the interconnections and dependencies across various parts of the ecosystem. Chapter 15: Key Findings and Conclusions The final chapter summarizes the main takeaways from the report, presenting the core conclusions, strategic recommendations, and implications for stakeholders. It encapsulates the insights drawn from all previous chapters. Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 Short-read Sequencing Market Definition 1.2 Short-read Sequencing Market Segments 1.2.1 Segment by Type 1.2.2 Segment by Application 2 Executive Summary 2.1 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Size 2.2 Market Segmentation – by Type 2.3 Market Segmentation – by Application 2.4 Market Segmentation – by Geography 3 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints 3.1 Key Takeway 3.2 Market Opportunities & Trends 3.3 Market Drivers 3.4 Market Restraints 3.5 Market Major Factor Assessment 4 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Competitive Landscape 4.1 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Share by Company (2020-2025) 4.2 Short-read Sequencing Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3) 4.3 New Entrant and Capacity Expansion Plans 4.4 Mergers & Acquisitions 5 Global Short-read Sequencing Market by Region 5.1 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Region 5.2 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Size Market Share by Region 6 North America Market Overview 6.1 North America Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Country 6.1.1 USA Market Overview 6.1.2 Canada Market Overview 6.1.3 Mexico Market Overview 6.2 North America Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Type 6.3 North America Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Application 6.4 Top Players in North America Short-read Sequencing Market 7 Europe Market Overview 7.1 Europe Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Country 7.1.1 Germany Market Overview 7.1.2 France Market Overview 7.1.3 U.K. Market Overview 7.1.4 Italy Market Overview 7.1.5 Spain Market Overview 7.1.6 Sweden Market Overview 7.1.7 Denmark Market Overview 7.1.8 Netherlands Market Overview 7.1.9 Switzerland Market Overview 7.1.10 Belgium Market Overview 7.1.11 Russia Market Overview 7.2 Europe Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Type 7.3 Europe Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Application 7.4 Top Players in Europe Short-read Sequencing Market 8 Asia-Pacific Market Overview 8.1 Asia-Pacific Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Country 8.1.1 China Market Overview 8.1.2 Japan Market Overview 8.1.3 South Korea Market Overview 8.1.4 India Market Overview 8.1.5 Australia Market Overview 8.1.6 Indonesia Market Overview 8.1.7 Malaysia Market Overview 8.1.8 Philippines Market Overview 8.1.9 Singapore Market Overview 8.1.10 Thailand Market Overview 8.2 Asia-Pacific Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Type 8.3 Asia-Pacific Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Application 8.4 Top Players in Asia-Pacific Short-read Sequencing Market 9 South America Market Overview 9.1 South America Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Country 9.1.1 Brazil Market Overview 9.1.2 Argentina Market Overview 9.1.3 Columbia Market Overview 9.2 South America Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Type 9.3 South America Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Application 9.4 Top Players in South America Short-read Sequencing Market 10 Middle East and Africa Market Overview 10.1 Middle East and Africa Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Country 10.1.1 Saudi Arabia Market Overview 10.1.2 UAE Market Overview 10.1.3 Egypt Market Overview 10.1.4 Nigeria Market Overview 10.1.5 South Africa Market Overview 10.2 Middle East and Africa Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Type 10.3 Middle East and Africa Short-read Sequencing Market Size by Application 10.4 Top Players in Middle East and Africa Short-read Sequencing Market 11 Short-read Sequencing Market Segmentation by Type 11.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type) 11.2 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Share by Type (2020-2033) 12 Short-read Sequencing Market Segmentation by Application 12.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application) 12.2 Global Short-read Sequencing Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2033) 12.3 Global Short-read Sequencing Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2033) 13 Company Profiles 13.1 Thermo Fisher Scientific 13.1.1 Thermo Fisher Scientific Company Overview 13.1.2 Thermo Fisher Scientific Business Overview 13.1.3 Thermo Fisher Scientific Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.1.4 Thermo Fisher Scientific Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.1.5 Key News 13.2 Hoffmann-La Roche AG 13.2.1 Hoffmann-La Roche AG Company Overview 13.2.2 Hoffmann-La Roche AG Business Overview 13.2.3 Hoffmann-La Roche AG Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.2.4 Hoffmann-La Roche AG Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.2.5 Key News 13.3 GE healthcare 13.3.1 GE healthcare Company Overview 13.3.2 GE healthcare Business Overview 13.3.3 GE healthcare Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.3.4 GE healthcare Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.3.5 Key News 13.4 Fasteris SA 13.4.1 Fasteris SA Company Overview 13.4.2 Fasteris SA Business Overview 13.4.3 Fasteris SA Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.4.4 Fasteris SA Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.4.5 Key News 13.5 BGI Genomics 13.5.1 BGI Genomics Company Overview 13.5.2 BGI Genomics Business Overview 13.5.3 BGI Genomics Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.5.4 BGI Genomics Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.5.5 Key News 13.6 Agilent Technologies 13.6.1 Agilent Technologies Company Overview 13.6.2 Agilent Technologies Business Overview 13.6.3 Agilent Technologies Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.6.4 Agilent Technologies Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.6.5 Key News 13.7 Genscript Biotech Corporation 13.7.1 Genscript Biotech Corporation Company Overview 13.7.2 Genscript Biotech Corporation Business Overview 13.7.3 Genscript Biotech Corporation Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.7.4 Genscript Biotech Corporation Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.7.5 Key News 13.8 Macrogen 13.8.1 Macrogen Company Overview 13.8.2 Macrogen Business Overview 13.8.3 Macrogen Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.8.4 Macrogen Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.8.5 Key News 13.9 Genewiz 13.9.1 Genewiz Company Overview 13.9.2 Genewiz Business Overview 13.9.3 Genewiz Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.9.4 Genewiz Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.9.5 Key News 13.10 Qiagen 13.10.1 Qiagen Company Overview 13.10.2 Qiagen Business Overview 13.10.3 Qiagen Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.10.4 Qiagen Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.10.5 Key News 13.11 Illumina 13.11.1 Illumina Company Overview 13.11.2 Illumina Business Overview 13.11.3 Illumina Short-read Sequencing Major Product Overview 13.11.4 Illumina Short-read Sequencing Revenue and Gross Margin fromShort-read Sequencing (2020-2025) 13.11.5 Key News 13.11.6 Key News 14 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints 14.1 Key Takeway 14.2 Market Opportunities & Trends 14.3 Market Drivers 14.4 Market Restraints 14.5 Market Major Factor Assessment 14.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis of Short-read Sequencing Market 14.7 PEST Analysis of Short-read Sequencing Market 15 Analysis of the Short-read Sequencing Industry Chain 15.1 Overview of the Industry Chain 15.2 Upstream Segment Analysis 15.3 Midstream Segment Analysis 15.3.1 Manufacturing, Processing or Conversion Process Analysis 15.3.2 Key Technology Analysis 15.4 Downstream Segment Analysis 15.4.1 Downstream Customer List and Contact Details 15.4.2 Customer Concerns or Preference Analysis 16 Conclusion 17 Appendix 17.1 Methodology 17.2 Research Process and Data Source 17.3 Disclaimer 17.4 Note 17.5 Examples of Clients 17.6 DisclaimerResearch Methodology The research methodology employed in this study follows a structured, four-stage process designed to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and relevance of all data and insights presented. The process begins with Information Procurement, wherein data is collected from a wide range of primary and secondary sources. This is followed by Information Analysis, during which the collected data is systematically mapped, discrepancies across sources are examined, and consistency is established through cross-validation.
Subsequently, the Market Formulation phase involves placing verified data points into an appropriate market context to generate meaningful conclusions. This step integrates analyst interpretation and expert heuristics to refine findings and ensure applicability. Finally, all conclusions undergo a rigorous Validation and Publishing process, where each data point is re-evaluated before inclusion in the final deliverable. The methodology emphasizes bidirectional flow and reversibility between key stages to maintain flexibility and reinforce the integrity of the analysis.
Research Process The market research process follows a structured and iterative methodology designed to ensure accuracy, depth, and reliability. It begins with scope definition and research design, where the research objectives are clearly outlined based on client requirements, emerging market trends, and initial exploratory insights. This phase provides strategic direction for all subsequent stages of the research. Data collection is then conducted through both secondary and primary research. Secondary research involves analyzing publicly available and paid sources such as company filings, industry journals, and government databases to build foundational knowledge. This is followed by primary research, which includes direct interviews and surveys with key industry stakeholders—such as manufacturers, distributors, and end users—to gather firsthand insights and address data gaps identified earlier. Techniques included CATI (Computer-Assisted Telephonic Interviewing), CAWI (Computer-Assisted Web Interviewing), CAVI (Computer-Assisted Video Interviewing via platforms like Zoom and WebEx), and CASI (Computer-Assisted Self Interviewing via email or LinkedIn).
