Shares in UK defence companies, including Babcock, BAE Systems, and Rolls-Royce, surged after Andy Burnham appointed John Healey as chancellor, sparking investor hopes for increased military spending. An analyst, however, cautioned against immediate windfalls due to competing demands.
Babcock International's annual profits dropped nearly 20% due to a £140m charge on its Royal Navy Type 31 frigate contract. The company cited Brexit, Covid, rising material costs, and labor shortages as reasons for increased costs and a loss-making contract.
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