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StocksMedium•18 February 2026•

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BAE Systems Shares Surge 5% on Robust Annual Results and Revenue Beat

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BAE Systems PLC reported robust annual financial results, driving its share price up by more than 5% to 2,158p, nearing an all-time high. The company's revenue reached £30.7 billion, hitting the upper end of its previous guidance amid strong global demand in the defense sector. Notably, the three-year free cash flow exceeded £7 billion, significantly outperforming the initial estimate of £6 billion. While annual free cash flow saw a temporary dip due to increased strategic investments, underlying earnings managed to surpass market expectations. These results underscore BAE Systems' strong market position and its ability to capitalize on rising defense budgets worldwide. Investors reacted positively to the earnings beat, signaling continued confidence in the company's long-term growth trajectory.