French Aerospace & Defense Stock News

Restructuring move and bond issuance come into focus Société Générale Société anonyme (ENXTPA:GLE) has drawn investor attention after outlining plans to trim 1,800 jobs in France, largely through natural attrition, as part of a broader organisational reshaping. The restructuring proposal, agreed with three trade unions under a December 2025 employment agreement, sits alongside fresh funding activity. This includes a €30 million fixed income offering that adds another reference point for...

Airbus (ENXTPA:AIR) has drawn fresh investor attention after Air Europa finalized a deal for up to 40 A350-900 jets, positioning the type as the core of the airline’s long-haul fleet. See our latest analysis for Airbus. Despite the recent A350-900 order and other program updates in areas like quantum computing and low emission propulsion, Airbus shares currently trade at €202.4, with a 30 day share price return of 3.29% and a three year total shareholder return of 84.86%, pointing to strong...

Recent share performance and business profile EssilorLuxottica Société anonyme (ENXTPA:EL) has seen its share price under pressure recently, including a 2.9% decline over the past day and weaker moves over the week, month, and past 3 months. For investors watching this pullback, the group’s €27,242.0m in revenue and €2,381.0m in net income, alongside reported annual growth in both lines, may help frame how the current valuation compares with its recent financial profile. See our latest...

Arkema recently brought its new Rilsan Clear transparent polyamides production unit in Singapore fully online, tripling its global capacity for these high-performance materials and reinforcing its presence in Asia’s specialty polymers market. This US$20 million investment not only gives Arkema the largest transparent polyamide production capacity in Asia but also underlines its focus on bio-based, recyclable materials for applications spanning eyewear, AR/VR, smart electronics, healthcare...

In recent weeks, European markets have faced renewed trade and geopolitical uncertainties, with major stock indexes such as France's CAC 40 and Germany's DAX experiencing declines. Despite these challenges, the eurozone has seen modest business activity growth and increased optimism in the business outlook, suggesting potential opportunities for investors seeking undervalued stocks. In this environment, identifying stocks that are trading below their intrinsic value can be a strategic...

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L’Oréal recently announced plans for its first global AI-powered beauty tech hub in Hyderabad, India, committing more than ₹3,500 crore (about €350 million) through 2030 and aiming to create 2,000 technology jobs, while several banks upgraded their views on the company’s growth and innovation initiatives. This combination of a large-scale technology investment in a fast-growing beauty market and renewed analyst confidence highlights how L’Oréal is leaning into AI and digital capabilities to...

Eiffage announced that its SEH Engineering subsidiary, in consortium with BEMO Tunnelling and Metrostav DIZ, secured a €183 million contract to build a new 241-metre steel arch Levensau Bridge over the Kiel Canal in northern Germany, replacing the ageing existing structure. This bridge project, added to recent wins in Magdeburg, Mülheim and Leverkusen, underlines Eiffage Metal’s growing role in German steel engineering works supported by the country’s infrastructure renovation plan and a...

Virbac (ENXTPA:VIRP) has put fresh numbers on the table, issuing 2026 revenue growth guidance of 5.5% to 7.5% at constant scope and rates, including the impact of the Thyronorm acquisition. See our latest analysis for Virbac. Virbac’s latest guidance and 2025 revenue update have come alongside a 7 day share price return of 4.29% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 15.87%, suggesting momentum has been building rather than fading. If this kind of news driven move has your attention, it...

SCOR SE has announced a series of senior leadership changes, including appointing current Life & Health CEO Philipp Rüede as Group CFO from March 7, 2026, alongside new roles for Pilar Santamaria Cases as CEO of Life & Health and Laure Forgeron as P&C Global Chief Underwriting Officer. These moves, made as SCOR enters the final year of its Forward 2026 plan and prepares its next strategic cycle, highlight how the group is reshaping its top team to support the ongoing transformation of both...

Lagardere (ENXTPA:MMB) is back in focus after the group confirmed a planned leadership handover, with long serving executive Dag Rasmussen retiring in March 2026 and Frédéric Chevalier stepping in to lead. See our latest analysis for Lagardere. The leadership transition news comes as Lagardere’s share price, currently at €18.78, has seen a mild 30 day share price return of 1.51%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 3.46% decline suggests momentum has been soft rather than strongly...

In 2025, Renault SA reported selling 2,336,807 vehicles worldwide, a 3.2% increase in a global market that grew 1.6%, with all three of its complementary brands outpacing overall market growth. Renault is also reviving its Duster SUV and broadening its line-up in India, signaling a push to capture higher-income buyers in a market where the brand historically benefited from strong name recognition. Next, we will examine how Renault’s renewed focus on higher-end Indian SUV buyers shapes the...

Pierre et Vacances (ENXTPA:VAC) has attracted fresh attention after reporting first quarter 2025/2026 group revenue of €387.3 million, compared with €372.5 million a year earlier, alongside nearly 7% growth in tourism activities. See our latest analysis for Pierre et Vacances. At a share price of €1.844, Pierre et Vacances has seen a 12.58% 90 day share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 17.60% contrasts with a weaker 5 year total shareholder return of 34.22%. This...

Why Alstom’s latest contracts are back in focus Alstom (ENXTPA:ALO) is back on many investors’ screens after a run of large contract wins in Canada, France and Germany, alongside reported sales growth for its latest quarter and first nine months. These deals, worth about €1.4b with Toronto Transit Commission, roughly €600 million with SNCF Voyageurs and around €500 million in Germany, give fresh context for assessing the rail group’s current share price and recent return profile. See our...

In recent commentary, Jim Cramer described STMicroelectronics as a stock he would buy, while Hardman Johnston Global Equity Strategy disclosed a new position, citing the company’s strong role in analog semiconductors and exposure to areas like new iPhone models, LEO satellites, and AI data centers. This combination of high-profile investor interest and alignment with emerging semiconductor applications underscores how STMicroelectronics is being framed as a key beneficiary of evolving...

Revenue update and guidance confirmation put GL Events in focus GL Events (ENXTPA:GLO) is back on investors’ radar after confirming full year 2025 earnings guidance with an improved operating margin, alongside releasing fourth quarter and full year 2025 consolidated revenue figures. See our latest analysis for GL Events. The confirmation of 2025 guidance has arrived alongside strong recent trading updates. The share price has reacted, with a 1-day share price return of 7.64%, a 90-day share...