Rheinmetall is trading 6.1% up at €1153.40 after posting a significant second-quarter earnings surprise, with operating profit and revenue far exceeding analyst expectations.

  • The company reported a record order backlog and strong new order intake, providing clear visibility for multi-year growth.
  • Shares are outperforming a broader downturn in the defense sector as investors focus on robust fundamentals and order momentum over market anxiety.