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Arms firms across Europe worth billions more amid talk of Ukraine defence pact

European defence stocks surged due to expectations of higher military spending, with shares in major defence firms like BAE Systems and Rheinmetall seeing significant increases, rising by 19% and 14% respectively.
Keir Starmer emphasized that Europe must take the lead in defence spending for Ukraine, seeking strong US support.
Investors reacted positively to prospects of increased military budgets, contributing to rising share prices among European arms manufacturers.
Emmanuel Macron noted the importance of military collaboration to address security threats from Russia.

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The Epoch Times

Shares in European Arms Companies Surge on ‘Turbocharged’ Military Spending Outlook

Shares of European arms giants have risen significantly on the prospect of increased military spending by European Union countries. The market reacted to a European leaders’ summit planning a boost in military spending to support Ukraine, sparking a rally in some of the world’s largest Europe-based arms companies. On March 3, shares in Rheinmetall, Germany’s largest defense company, jumped 13.7 percent while Leonardo climbed 16 percent in Milan.…

9 hours ago·New York, United States

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The Thinking Conservative

Shares in European Arms Companies Surge on ‘Turbocharged’ Military Spending Outlook - The Thinking Conservative

Shares of European arms giants have risen significantly on the prospect of increased military spending by European Union countries. The post Shares in European Arms Companies Surge on ‘Turbocharged’ Military Spending Outlook appeared first on The Thinking Conservative.

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Irish Times

Surging defence stocks lead European markets to record high

Expectations of higher military spending in Europe saw key stocks in sector make gains

9 hours ago·Dublin, Ireland

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The Rio Times

Military Budgets Soar Across Europe, Driving Defense Stocks Higher

European defense stocks surged on March 3, 2025, as governments across the continent pledged unprecedented increases in military spending. Leaders from Germany, France, the UK, and other nations reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening national defense capabilities during a weekend summit addressing the ongoing war in Ukraine. This shift has sparked a rally in defense markets, […]

10 hours ago·Brazil

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Daily Mirror

Defence firms get £30bn boost as Europe prepares to spend big to defeat Putin

Shares in leading defence companies across Europe have soared in anticipation of a new spending spree by governments, as the continent prepares for a big financial stand against Vladimir Putin

11 hours ago·London, United Kingdom

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