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EconomyUS defence stocks fall as investors bet on Democratic election sweep

US defence stocks tumbled as investors wagered on a Democratic election sweep. Donald Trump’s proposed $500bn increase in military spending is at risk as bipartisan backing for a higher budget weakens.

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FFinancial Times★★☆☆☆2026-10-19 13:04Original

US defence stocks fall as investors bet on Democratic election sweep
Economy