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flag European defense stocks soared Jan. 5, 2026, after U.S. forces captured Venezuela’s Maduro and took temporary control.

flag European defense stocks surged on January 5, 2026, reaching a two-month high after U.S. military operations in Venezuela over the weekend, which included the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and temporary American control. flag The pan-European aerospace and defense index rose 3.2%, outpacing broader market gains, with German, Italian, and Swedish defense firms leading the rally. flag Analysts linked the boost to potential shifts in U.S. focus toward Greenland and a possible Ukraine ceasefire, increasing demand for European defense capabilities. flag Broader European markets rose modestly, supported by higher copper prices and corporate developments, including upgrades to ASML and major deals by Syensqo and SoftBank.

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