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Profits boost for UK defence firms as governments increase spending

Business | The Guardian UK 30 July 2026, 15:44 UTC 15h ago
Profits boost for UK defence firms as governments increase spending
Business | The Guardian

Shares in Rolls-Royce jump by 5% after it lifts earnings guidance, while BAE Systems also upgrades profit forecasts Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems are expecting higher profits as governments around the world increase their defence spending. Both companies lifted their earnings guidance on Thursday morning, citing commitments from governments to raise investment in defence systems. Continue reading...

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