TOKYO -- The world is an increasingly uncertain place, and that is good for defense stocks. And just like more ordinary, less secretive industries, the performance of defense stocks depends largely on the technical sophistication of their products. By that measure, Japan has some promising names to watch.
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Japanese defense stocks poised for offensive in a dangerous world
Technological arsenal geared for new threats, complex challenges
The Patriot missile system -- of which Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is the primary contractor -- is critical in Japan's defense against a possible North Korean missile attack. (Courtesy of Japan Air Self-Defense Force)
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