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Tech-dominated list of S&P 500 index see 22.1% value growth, reaching $42.5 trillion in Jan 2022, says GlobalData

The aggregate market cap of the S&P 500 index companies grew 22.1% between 31 January 2021 and 31 January 2022, according to GlobalData, with total value rising from $34.8 trillion to $42.5 trillion. The leading data and analytics company found that the information technology sector generated the most market value over the period, followed by […]
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Poland’s revised defense spending plan equates to a 47% increase in military spending to $22.2 bn in 2023, according to GlobalData

Following the news that Poland is revising its defense spending plan (Defense of the Fatherland Act) for 2023 onwards to achieve a staggering spend of 3% of its gross domestic product (GDP) on defense; Madeline Wild, Associate Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, shares her view: “GlobalData forecasts Poland to have […]
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Russian forces destruction of Ukraine’s AN-225 the world’s largest plane is a blow to global logistics as no equivalent sized aircraft was ever built to replace it, says GlobalData

Following the recent news that the AN-225, the world’s largest aircraft, has been destroyed by Russia in their attack on Ukraine; William Davies, Associate Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The destruction of the AN-225 aircraft by Russian forces is the latest blow to Ukraine’s defense industry and […]
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Swedish neutrality in the balance as they send arms and equipment to aid Ukraine, says GlobalData

Following the news that Sweden has spent almost $150 million on military aid for Ukraine and draws closer to NATO membership, which has not been received well by Russia; James Marques, Associate Aerospace, Defense and Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The recent Russia-Ukraine conflict has dramatically altered […]
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Germany’s historic defense budget growth makes them the third largest global military spender with an annual budget of $83.5 billion by 2024, says GlobalData

Following the news that Germany is drastically increasing defense spending under new Chancellor Olaf Scholz;Madeline Wild, Associate Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company shares her view: “The announcements from the Bundestag this weekend will mark an extraordinary and unexpected shift in defense policy. The promised growth will catapult Germany into becoming […]
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Russian invasion of Ukraine likely to see increase in defense spending among NATO members, says GlobalData

Following today’s news (24 February) that Russia has launched a multipronged invasion of Ukraine; Daniel Morris, Lead Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Defense spending among many European nations has always fallen short of the desired 2% of GDP that was outlined in the 2006 NATO summit. Only […]
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Drone warships will help US be credible force at sea for a fraction of the cost, says GlobalData

Following the news that the US Navy has laid out a vision where both unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and unmanned underwater vessels (UUVs) will form an integral part of future navy deployments; James Marques, Associate Aerospace, Defence and Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Employing drones as part […]
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Italy’s enforcement of ‘Golden Power’ law signals potential increase of foreign direct investment scrutiny, says GlobalData

Italian authorities have acted following a potential breach of the ‘Golden Power’ law. The breach was in the form of a Chinese company purchasing an Italian military drone manufacturer, via a Hong Kong company to avoid scrutiny but with the aim of production being transferred to China. Italy is concerned about the potential for China […]
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Airbus expected to grow due to massive increase in new order intake value, says GlobalData

Following the news that Airbus SE reported strong financials for FY 2021; Tushar Sudesh Mangure, Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Airbus seems to have successfully navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic as it attracted higher deliveries and a significant increase in new orders which helped boost the performance of its […]
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Defense industry CEO’s call on Defense Secretary to allocate specific funding to advance hypersonic weapons says GlobalData

The US is pursuing numerous hypersonic weapons programs, with three military branches, as well as DARPA and the Missile Defense Agency also pursuing their own programs. As a result, the forthcoming budget will likely look in detail at viability concerns surrounding programs and make tough decisions around ongoing funding says GlobalData. During a meeting between […]
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Indonesian defense acquisitions a significant win for France after tough year following AUKUS, says GlobalData

Following the news that the Indonesian Armed Forces are to procure 42 Rafale fighter jets from Dassault aviation, and have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for submarine research and development (R&D) work and ammunition manufacturing; Madeline Wild, Associate Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, comments: “The Franco-Indonesian deals are a […]
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‘The Great Resignation’ and tech revolution left global aerospace, defense and security companies seeking staff in 2021, says GlobalData

While ‘The Great Resignation’ left the aerospace, defense and security (ADS) industry with a steadily increasing number of unfilled positions in 2021, a thematic analysis of GlobalData’s Job Analytics database has revealed that this rise in job postings also reflects the industry’s tech revolution. The leading data and analytics company highlights that job posts related […]
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Vietnam aims to enhance its naval and air forces to safeguard its territorial sovereignty, observes GlobalData

To protect its territorial and national interest in the South China Sea territory along with the need to modernize its naval and air forces, Vietnam has increased the military expenditure of Vietnam. Subsequently, its defense acquisition expenditure is projected to grow exponentially and record a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1% to reach […]
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Despite political reforms, the Chilean defense budget is forecasted to grow by 70% to $2.2 billion by 2026, says GlobalData

The Chilean defense budget is forecasted to grow by 70% from $1.3 billion in 2021 to $2.2 billion in 2026, according to GlobalData. This growth follows a few tumultuous years, which has seen Chile go through major political, social, and economic changes. Madeline Wild, Associate Defense Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Gabriel Boric’s election as President […]
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