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Europe's Military Spending by GDP Mapped

July 12, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Ukraine spent nearly 40% of GDP on defense in 2025.
European countries spent an average of 2% of GDP on defense.
NATO members aim to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035.

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Strategic Implications

This disparity in defense spending may indicate a shift in European defense priorities, with eastern NATO members spending more to deter Russian aggression. The focus on increasing defense spending could suggest a growing concern about regional security, which may lead to increased investment in military capabilities.

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What Happened

Defense Spending Varies Across Continent Amid Russian Aggression

A new map highlights European countries’ military spending as a percentage of GDP in 2025, with Ukraine spending nearly 40% of its GDP on defense. Excluding Ukraine, European countries spent an average of roughly 2% of GDP on defense, with eastern NATO members generally spending the most. NATO members have pledged to raise defense spending toward 5% of GDP by 2035, reflecting Europe’s accelerating rearmament. This data was first reported by Visual Capitalist.

Source | Originally Published: July 11, 2026

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NATO European Union

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Europe's Military Spending by GDP Mapped

July 12, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Ukraine spent nearly 40% of GDP on defense in 2025.
European countries spent an average of 2% of GDP on defense.
NATO members aim to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035.

Sign in to view key takeaways Get full access to in-depth analysis and key takeaways.

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Strategic Implications

This disparity in defense spending may indicate a shift in European defense priorities, with eastern NATO members spending more to deter Russian aggression. The focus on increasing defense spending could suggest a growing concern about regional security, which may lead to increased investment in military capabilities.

Sign in to view strategic implications Get full access to strategic analysis and expert insights.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

Defense Spending Varies Across Continent Amid Russian Aggression

A new map highlights European countries’ military spending as a percentage of GDP in 2025, with Ukraine spending nearly 40% of its GDP on defense. Excluding Ukraine, European countries spent an average of roughly 2% of GDP on defense, with eastern NATO members generally spending the most. NATO members have pledged to raise defense spending toward 5% of GDP by 2035, reflecting Europe’s accelerating rearmament. This data was first reported by Visual Capitalist.

Source | Originally Published: July 11, 2026

Companies Mentioned

NATO European Union