Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Switzerland compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Switzerland
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#8 In EuropeBusiness
#15 In EuropeEmployees
#12 In EuropeWages
#7 In EuropeThe Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland ranks 8 in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€815.6m). Revenue received by operators in Switzerland has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (6.5 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland in 2024?
The market size of the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland is €815.6m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland industry in 2024?
There are 18 businesses in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland has been growing at a CAGR of 6.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland is expected to grow.
What does the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland include?
Heavy-arms weapons & ammunition and Small-arm weapons & ammunition are part of the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry.
How competitive is the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing industry in Switzerland.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Switzerland
Complementors
- Shipbuilding in Switzerland
- Aircraft, Engine & Parts Manufacturing in Switzerland
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in the Weapon and Ammunition Manufacturing industry manufacture heavy weapons, small arms, air and gas guns, pistols and war ammunition, including hunting firearms and explosive devices like bombs, grenades, guided missiles, mortars and torpedoes.
What's included in this industry?
Heavy-arms weapons & ammunitionSmall-arm weapons & ammunitionIndustry Code
252 - Manufacture of weapons and ammunition in Switzerland
Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Employees in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Business in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Profit in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must abide by export laws and International Arms Control Treaties. Many European governments have signed up to various international arms control treaties like the Arms Trade Treaty, which influences export decisions and reporting obligations.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Long-term contracts and relationships help stabilise profitability. Many European-based manufacturers are well-established institutions with a long history of fulfilling contracts for their national defence industry and other international governments.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Weapon & Ammunition Manufacturing in Switzerland industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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