The audiovisual (AV) industry includes a variety of products and services. With regards to equipment, there is a growing market for imports to the professional and the consumer sectors. In the professional sector, US firms hold a competitive advantage over Asian companies as buyers normally value high quality over low prices. In the consumer sector, China, Brazil and the US are the market leaders. US AV equipment imports decreased in 2005 and 2006 but are now recovering in 2007. This report focuses on the following audiovisual products: microphones, speakers, amplifiers, headphones, signal acquisition and delivery equipment, audio and video conferencing equipment, displays, image projectors, screens, cables/connectors and accessories, home cinema systems, cinematographic cameras, and TV sets. The audiovisual equipment sector in Uruguay includes the business/professional market segment and the consumer/household segment. According to industry experts, both segments have been experiencing a significant growth in demand in the last decade.

For the full report, please contact Robert Gorter, Sector Specialist in Uruguay.