Rheinmetall Projects 45% Sales Surge by 2026 Amid European Rearmament Drive
Rheinmetall AG forecasts a dramatic 45% sales increase to €14-14.5 billion by 2026, capitalizing on Europe's accelerating defense spending. The German arms manufacturer reported record 2025 results, with core profit jumping 33% to €1.8 billion and order backlog swelling to €63.8 billion.
The company's strategic pivot to pure-play defense operations shows in its financials - operating margins hit 18.5% in 2025 with dividends rising 42% to €11.50 per share. Rheinmetall's €135 billion projected order backlog for 2026 suggests sustained demand for military hardware as NATO members boost defense budgets.