How to Invest in the Biggest European Defense Surge in Decades

Global military spending reached $2.9 trillion in 2025, according to SIPRI, marking a rapid rise in defense outlays worldwide. Europe led the increase with a 14% year-over-year gain from 2024 to 2025. The report is broadly neutral in tone but highlights continued support for defense-related budgets and spending.

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Global military spending reached $2.9 trillion in 2025, according to SIPRI, marking a rapid rise in defense outlays worldwide. Europe led the increase with a 14% year-over-year gain from 2024 to 2025. The report is broadly neutral in tone but highlights continued support for defense-related budgets and spending.