Introduction Ketoconazole, a widely used antifungal agent, plays a critical role in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the treatment of fungal infections affecting the skin, hair, and systemic conditions. As a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), its pricing dynamics are influenced by multiple factors, including raw material costs, production economics, regulatory frameworks, and global demand-supply balances. In 2025, the global Ketoconazole market has exper