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Defense Contractor Revenue Insights
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This dataset offers insights into the global defense industry, focusing on the revenue of leading defense manufacturing companies. It details the role of defense contractors, who provide essential products and services, such as military aircraft, weaponry, logistics, and technical support, to government military and intelligence departments. The information highlights the increasing involvement of contractors in American conflicts, noting significant expenditures and on-the-ground presence during events like the 1991 Gulf War, the Iraq War, and the conflict in Afghanistan. It also touches upon the shift in spending on defense services contractors which led to the Better Buying Power initiative.
Columns
- this_year_rank: The rank of the company for the year 2020.
- last_year_rank: The rank of the company for the year 2019.
- company: The official name of the defense company.
- leadership: The name and designation of the principal leader or supreme post holder within the company.
- country: The country where the company originated.
- 2020_defense_revenue: The company's revenue specifically from the defense sector in 2020, expressed in US Dollars (Millions).
- 2019_defense_revenue: The company's revenue specifically from the defense sector in 2019, expressed in US Dollars (Millions).
- %_defense_revenue_change: The percentage change in the company's defense revenue in 2020 relative to 2019, indicating profit or loss.
- 2020_total_revenue: The overall revenue of the company in 2020, including earnings from defense and other assets or liabilities.
- revenue_fom_defense: The percentage of the company's total revenue that originated from the defense sector.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in a CSV file format, specifically
top_defense_manufacturers.csv, which has a size of 11.6 kB and contains 10 columns. The data is expected to be updated annually. Specific numbers for rows or records are not detailed, but it includes 100 unique values for 'company' and 'leadership', indicating a significant number of entries.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Business Analysis: Identifying key players and financial performance within the global defense manufacturing sector.
- Exploratory Data Analysis: Uncovering trends and patterns in defense industry revenues and changes over time.
- Public Safety Studies: Understanding the economic impact and structure of companies contributing to military and security efforts.
- Military Strategy Planning: Informing decisions related to defense procurement and contractor engagement.
- Manufacturing Sector Research: Analysing the revenue streams and business models of leading manufacturing companies with significant defense contracts.
Coverage
The dataset primarily covers defense manufacturing companies on a global scale, with a significant representation from the U.S. (50% of listed countries). It includes financial data for the years 2019 and 2020, focusing on the revenue of top defense manufacturers. While specific demographic scope isn't detailed, the context mentions the increasing presence of contractors in American conflicts such as the 1991 Gulf War, the Iraq War, and the situation in Afghanistan, providing a historical and geographical backdrop to the industry's evolution.
License
CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Who Can Use It
This dataset is suitable for:
- Business Analysts: For market research and competitive intelligence in the defense sector.
- Academics and Researchers: Studying economic trends, geopolitical impacts, and the role of private contractors in defense.
- Government Officials: For procurement planning, policy development, and understanding contractor landscapes.
- Journalists and Media: Investigating defense spending, company performance, and military-industrial complex dynamics.
- Investors: Evaluating financial health and potential of defense manufacturing companies.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Defense Industry Revenue 2019-2020
- Top Defence Manufacturers Financials
- Defense Contractor Revenue Insights
- Worldwide Military Industry Revenue Analysis
- Leading Defence Companies Performance
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Original Data Source: Defense Contractor Revenue Insights
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