日本防卫企业24年销售额增幅在主要国家中最高

Core Insights - The report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) highlights that Japanese defense companies, including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, saw a significant sales increase of 40% in 2024, the highest among major countries [2][4] - The overall sales of the top 100 global defense companies reached a record high of $679 billion, with 77 out of 100 companies reporting sales growth [4][6] - In contrast, Chinese defense companies experienced a 10% decline in sales, with 6 out of 8 companies on the list reporting a decrease [6] Group 1 - Japanese defense companies' total sales amounted to $13.3 billion in 2024, with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries ranking 32nd with sales of $5.03 billion, a 37% increase from the previous year [2] - The increase in Japanese defense sales is attributed to heightened regional tensions, leading to increased orders for Aegis-equipped ships, fighter jets, and missile systems [4] - The growth rates of the five Japanese companies on the list ranged from 25% to 87%, all achieving double-digit growth [2] Group 2 - The United States had 39 companies in the top 100, with total sales of $334 billion, nearly half of the total sales of the top 100 companies, marking a 3.8% increase from 2023 [6] - Germany's defense sales increased by 36%, driven by rising orders for ammunition and equipment from Ukraine, totaling $14.9 billion [6] - European defense companies overall saw a 13% increase in sales, influenced by military aid to Ukraine [6]