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Defence stocks rise as UK faces "generational challenge" on national security


Published on 2025-02-18 07:21:09 - MoneyWeek
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  • Defence stocks have risen this week as European leaders met on Monday to discuss national security and support for Ukraine. Should you invest in defence?

The article from MoneyWeek discusses the increasing focus on defense stocks due to heightened national security concerns in the UK. It highlights that the UK is facing what has been described as a "generational challenge" in terms of national security, driven by geopolitical tensions, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and threats from state actors like Russia and China. This situation has led to a surge in demand for defense equipment, thereby boosting the stocks of defense companies. The article mentions that companies like BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, and Babcock International are experiencing significant growth due to increased defense spending and contracts. Furthermore, the piece notes that the UK government's commitment to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP, as well as NATO's call for member countries to meet their defense spending targets, underpins this sector's growth. The article also touches on the ethical considerations and public debate surrounding investment in defense, but emphasizes the economic and strategic imperatives driving the sector's expansion.

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