The change in the nature of warfare has resulted in the demand for smart weapon. The global smart weapons market is valued at $3621 million in 2013 and is expected to register a CAGR of 8.06% to reach $5335.1 million by 2018. The market is highly competitive with a host of industry participants vying for contracts; and the fiscal deficit in most western countries is expected to increase competition. High-growth sectors in the global market include Saudi Arabia with a CAGR of 21.67%, followed by Japan with a CAGR of 14.48%. The Middle East has a CAGR of 15.21% followed by Latin America and Asia. The stand-off weapons segment is expected to have the highest demand in this market. Budget cuts in most western countries are anticipated to have minimal impact on the market. U.S. is expected to procure smart weapons worth $2 billion by 2018. The industry is fragmented and most of the tier-1 players are from U.S. and Europe.
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