Rheinmetall, Germany's largest arms manufacturer, reported a 46% increase in sales to €2.3 billion in Q1, driven by a 73% rise in defence business. 70% of sales were abroad, with defence revenue at €1.8 billion. The company anticipates 25-30% sales growth for 2025, citing geopolitical developments. Profit surged by 70%, with a record order backlog of €63 billion. Sales in vehicle systems and weapons reached new highs, while power systems saw a decline. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)