Anti-Radiation Missile Market Report 2025

The anti-radiation missile market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.43 billion in 2024 to $6.84 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. Growth during the historic period was driven by an increasing demand for radar suppression, heightened emphasis on air superiority, expanding military modernization efforts, more frequent conflicts involving state actors, and rising investments in missile technology.

The anti-radiation missile market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. Growth in the forecast period is expected to be driven by expanding electronic warfare operations, increasing defense budgets, rising demand for precision-guided weapons, heightened threats from radar-based air defenses, and greater adoption of unmanned combat systems. Key trends include advancements in seeker technologies, the incorporation of artificial intelligence in missile guidance, innovations in miniaturizing missile systems through technology, developments in stealth missile capabilities, and integration with multi-domain warfare platforms.

The increasing geopolitical tensions are anticipated to drive the growth of the anti-radiation missile market in the coming years. These tensions stem from conflicts, disputes, or rivalries between nations or regions, often triggered by political, economic, territorial, or strategic interests. Territorial disputes, in particular, heighten tensions by challenging national sovereignty and control over key regions. Anti-radiation missiles play a critical role in such scenarios by neutralizing enemy radar systems, thereby improving combat performance in conflict zones. They offer strategic benefits by enhancing the effectiveness of air operations and minimizing the risk posed by air defense systems. For example, in October 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security reported over 181,000 migrant encounters at the US-Canada border, a 6.5% increase from the 170,000 cases in 2023, highlighting rising cross-border pressures. This context of escalating geopolitical strain is contributing to the growth of the anti-radiation missile market.

The expansion of defense budgets is also contributing to the growth of the anti-radiation missile market. These budgets represent the allocation of financial resources by governments to support military operations, personnel, equipment, and infrastructure. The surge in defense spending is largely driven by the rise in geopolitical tensions, which result in heightened conflicts and regional security challenges around the world. Increased funding enables the development of advanced missile technologies capable of effectively targeting and suppressing enemy radar systems. It also bolsters military preparedness by supporting the quick deployment and integration of these sophisticated systems into modern defense strategies. For instance, in April 2024, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reported that global military expenditure reached $2.443 trillion, reflecting a 6.8% increase from 2022. This rise in spending is directly supporting the advancement of the anti-radiation missile market.

Companies in the anti-radiation missile sector are prioritizing the development of advanced technologies, such as improved seeker systems, to enhance targeting precision, counter radar shutdown tactics, and boost performance in electronic warfare environments. These advanced seeker technologies involve the use of highly refined sensors and algorithms that allow missiles to accurately detect, track, and home in on radar signals. For example, in May 2023, Russia-based defense exporter JSC Rosoboronexport introduced the Kh-31PD, a medium-range supersonic anti-radiation missile. It is engineered to destroy the radar components of medium- and long-range surface-to-air missile systems, air control radars, and early warning systems. The missile achieves high supersonic speeds through a scramjet engine with an integrated booster and features an upgraded passive radar seeker for enhanced targeting capability. Its modular construction also supports compatibility with a variety of fighter aircraft, increasing its operational adaptability.

Major players in the anti-radiation missile market are RTX Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, BAE Systems plc, Thales S.A., Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., MBDA UK Limited, Saab Aktiebolag, Bharat Electronics Limited, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), ASELSAN Anonim Şirketi, LIG Nex1 Co. Ltd., Roketsan Roket Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi, Denel Dynamics, Bharat Dynamics Limited, Tactical Missiles Corporation Joint Stock Company, Centum Electronics Limited, Adani Aerospace and Defence Limited, Walchandnagar Industries Limited, Joint Stock Company Concern Almaz-Antey, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the anti-radiation missile market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in anti-radiation missile report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the anti-radiation missile market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.

An anti-radiation missile is designed to locate, target, and eliminate enemy sources of electromagnetic radiation like radar systems and communication equipment. By homing in on the radio emissions emitted by these targets, these missiles are particularly effective for suppressing enemy air defenses (SEAD). Their primary function is to disable radar-guided threats, thereby improving the survivability of friendly aircraft and supporting successful air missions.

The main categories of anti-radiation missiles include air-to-surface, surface-to-air, ship-to-shore, and multi-role missiles. Air-to-surface missiles are launched from military aircraft to strike ground targets such as vehicles, structures, or enemy installations. These missiles are classified by guidance type, including active, passive, infrared, and multi-mode guidance systems. They carry various payloads such as high-explosive warheads, cluster munitions, precision-guided munitions, and electronic warfare devices. These missiles are used in both military and civilian contexts, with end users encompassing defense forces and homeland security agencies.

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The anti-radiation missile market consists of sales of passive radar homing missiles, active radar homing missiles, ship-launched anti-radiation missiles, radar site targeting missiles, and electronic warfare system targeting missiles. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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