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May 18, 2026

European Aerospace and Defence Radar

Weekly UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsIndustrials

This report provides a weekly update on the European Aerospace and Defence sectors, highlighting a £1bn UK howitzer contract and $7.7bn Lufthansa order.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.The UK is set to procure 72 RCH 155 remote-controlled howitzers in a deal worth nearly £1bn, with first deliveries expected in 2028.
  • 2.Aerospace stocks experienced a difficult trading week due to investor concerns regarding geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and potential impacts on the civil aftermarket.
  • 3.Lufthansa has placed a $7.7 billion order for 20 new long-haul aircraft from Airbus and Boeing to modernize its fleet and reduce emissions.

Table of Contents

  • Sector news
  • Our view
  • Aerospace
  • Defence
  • Latest European A&D research
  • Upcoming Key Events
  • A&D trackers: industry KPIs and positioning data
  • Valuation Snapshot
  • Disclosure Appendix
  • Disclosures
  • Regulatory disclosures

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Authors

Sam BurgessJubril MoronfoluMilind Sikchi

Securities

AIR.PARheinmetallRR.LBAES.LLufthansa

Themes

Geopolitical Disruption to Civil AviationDefense Rearmament CycleValuation Disconnect vs Growth

Regions

EuropeNorth AmericaMiddle EastUnited KingdomGermanyTurkey