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Saab Stock Climbs on SEK 10.1 Billion GlobalEye Aircraft Order
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Shares in the Swedish defense firm rose after it announced a major new export contract for its GlobalEye surveillance aircraft, adding to an already record order backlog.
Shares of Saab AB (SAABb) advanced on Tuesday after the Swedish defense company disclosed a significant new order for its GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft. The stock climbed 2.8% to SEK 617.9 during the session.
New Middle East Contract
Saab announced it secured a contract valued at SEK 10.1 billion (approximately $970 million) from an undisclosed nation in the Middle East. The order is for two GlobalEye aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to take place in 2030.
Citing national security and standard industry practice, the company did not identify the buyer. CEO Micael Johansson stated that "the increasing international interest in GlobalEye reflects its effectiveness and reliability in modern air defence operations," according to a company statement.
Building on Record Momentum
For investors, the new contract represents incremental business that was not included in the company's recent strong financial reporting. The order follows a robust second quarter for Saab, which saw its order book reach a record high.
AdKey figures from Saab's Q2 2026 results, released July 17, include:
- Order intake surging to SEK 68.4 billion, more than double the prior-year figure.
- A record order backlog of SEK 317.7 billion.
- EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) rising 41% year-on-year.
Strategic Wins for GlobalEye Platform
The Middle East deal is the latest in a series of strategic wins for the GlobalEye platform, underscoring growing global demand. In early July 2026, NATO announced its intention to open negotiations with Saab for up to ten aircraft to replace its aging E-3A Sentry fleet.
This follows Canada naming Saab as the preferred supplier for its AEW&C requirements in May 2026. The combination of a high-value new contract and sustained international demand for its flagship surveillance system provided a clear, company-specific catalyst for the stock's move higher.
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