Analyst Alexander Wahl from Stifel Nicolaus maintained a Buy rating on Rheinmetall (0NI1 – Research Report) and keeping the price target at €1,037.00.
Alexander Wahl has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors that suggest a favorable outlook for Rheinmetall. The recent political developments in Germany indicate a significant increase in defense spending, as the likely future Chancellor has announced plans to establish a substantial infrastructure fund and remove constitutional limits on defense expenditure. This move is expected to lead to sustainably higher defense budgets, which would benefit companies like Rheinmetall that operate within the defense sector.
Furthermore, the political agreement between major parties to amend the constitutional debt brake and increase defense spending reflects a strong commitment to bolstering Germany’s military capabilities. This political backing, coupled with the anticipated rise in defense spending to potentially exceed 3% of GDP, positions Rheinmetall to capitalize on increased demand for defense products and services. As a result, Alexander Wahl sees this as a strategic opportunity for growth, justifying the Buy rating on Rheinmetall’s stock.