Rheinmetall Secures €1.7 Billion Space Reconnaissance Deal Amidst Geopolitical Tensions and Upbeat U.S. Futures
Stock Market News·2025-12-18 19:08
Key TakeawaysRheinmetall AG (RHM) secured a major multi-year contract worth €1.7 billion for space-based reconnaissance, partnering with ICEYE to supply data to the German Bundeswehr.U.S. stock futures surged, with NASDAQ 100 contracts climbing 0.8% to hit a session high, signaling positive market sentiment.The Kremlin characterized the situation around Venezuela as "potentially dangerous" and called for restraint, while also confirming preparations for contacts with U.S. counterparts.The EU Council imposed ...