German industrial leaders Rheinmetall and Wacker Chemie reported robust full-year 2025 earnings, with Rheinmetall's revenue approaching the €10 billion milestone. Both companies introduced optimistic guidance for fiscal year 2026, signaling confidence in defense demand and chemical sector stabilization.
Rheinmetall AG reported a blockbuster fiscal year with €9.94B in revenue and €22.73 EPS, driven by unprecedented demand for land systems and ammunition. The company’s FY26 outlook signals a sustained growth trajectory as European nations accelerate defense procurement.
German defense giant Rheinmetall AG projected 2026 revenue between €14 billion and €14.5 billion, trailing analyst expectations. The conservative outlook raises questions about the pace of European rearmament and the company's ability to scale production to meet record backlogs.
German defense giant Rheinmetall AG has projected 2026 sales between €14 billion and €14.5 billion, a figure that trails market expectations. The guidance comes as European nations grapple with long-term procurement strategies following years of heightened geopolitical tension.