European Defense Giant Sees Sustained Growth in Key Sectors

Thales reported full-year 2025 sales of €22.136 billion, driven by sustained demand in defense, avionics, and space activities. The company’s adjusted EBIT rose to €2.740 billion, with a margin of 12.4%. Order intake reached €25.264 billion, essentially matching 2024’s record level. Thales’ performance comes as the European defense industry experiences growth, driven by heightened geopolitical instability and increased military spending, as reported by AeroTime.