10 Biggest Industries In the US

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1. Drug, cosmetic and toiletry wholesaling

Total revenue in the latest financial year (in billions): $1,169

The drug, cosmetic and toiletry wholesaling industry tops the list of the 10 biggest industries in the US. In this industry, operators act as intermediaries between retailers and manufacturers of the products, which can range from toothbrushes to specialty medicine. The industry’s revenue is derived from both over-the-counter products as well as prescription products.

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