Rheinmetall expects a significant business acceleration for the second quarter of 2026. The company announced this outlook during a recent investor conference call.
The defense contractor will recognize approximately €300 million in deferred revenue for military trucks and ammunition. This quarter also marks the first full three-month contribution from its recently acquired naval business.
Rheinmetall recently finalized the sale of its automotive division to AEQUITA. The transaction completes the company’s transformation into a pure-play defense contractor.
Rheinmetall shares rose 0.4% in Frankfurt following the announcement. The stock outperformed the broader DAX index, which declined 0.4% on the same day.