Issue #55 · September 30
As September comes to a close, Korea Bio is making headlines with major FDA approvals, global expansion and new biotech breakthroughs 🚀

Catch up on this week’s latest developments, from major approvals to new global opportunities, there’s plenty more K-Bio to catch up on. Keep reading!

THIS WEEK: 
EDITOR'S NOTE
Q2 and H1 2026 Biohealthcare Industry Trend Survey 🗂️✨
KoreaBIO conducted its Q2 and H1 2026 Trend Survey, examining key business trends among listed bio & healthcare companies in Korea!
H1 2026 revenue increased by 13.1% YoY, with pharmaceuticals up 12.5% and medical devices up 18.7%. Exports also grew 12.6% YoY, reflecting continued growth across both domestic and overseas markets.
In Q2, revenue increased 10.4% YoY, while R&D expenditure rose 18.9% YoY, showing continued investment in R&D alongside revenue growth.
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WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO
KoreaBIO participated in BioMeet 2026 in Portugal, introducing Korea’s bio industry and exploring Korea–Portugal collaboration opportunities. It also strengthened connections with key Portuguese and European bio industry stakeholders.
Here's what's happening across Korea's bio industry!
WHAT'S HAPPENING
KOREA GOES GLOBAL
INNOVATION & TRENDS
GROWTH & PERFORMANCE
WHAT'S COMING UP?

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