$20K Drone vs $15M Missile: The New Economics of Warfare and the Rare Earths Reality Behind It
Summary Rare Earth Modern warfare Economics in 2026 is being reshaped by a striking economic imbalance: relatively inexpensive drones—often costing around $20,000—are increasingly capable of neutralizing or forcing the deployment of defensive systems that rely on missiles costing up to $10–15 million. This shift is redefining the cost structure of conflict, creating a new “war […]