German Chancellor Merz on FCAS says there will definitely be a joint system if the joint jet remains open

Chancellor Merz's remarks on the FCAS indicate a clear commitment to collaborative defense initiatives, which could bolster European defense stocks and overall market sentiment within the aerospace sector.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 29 Jan 2026, 13:43 UTCOn the live feed at 13:23 UTC — 18 more headlines followed before this page went public

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The explicit mention of a joint system suggests a strategic alignment that may lead to increased investment in defense capabilities across the EU, potentially impacting related equities positively.

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