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title: "Philip R. Lane: The rise in defence spending and the euro area economy"
description: "Official headline crossing Helious Aug 17, 2026, 09:30 UTC: how this reads for Treasuries and equities, with the live market reaction alongside it."
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              17 Aug 2026, 09:30 UTC



# Philip R. Lane: The rise in defence spending and the euro area economy








## HELIOUS READ

        Higher defence spending may boost some company profits, but it could raise interest rates, which hurts government bonds.






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