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Saab beats expectations as CEO calls for procurement overhaul

Saab has delivered results that beat expectations, as the company’s leadership urged European governments to rethink how they buy military aircraft and related defense equipment, CNBC Markets reports.

The outlet links Saab’s strong performance to a broader push for higher defense spending across Europe, which is translating into new orders for regional defense suppliers.

CNBC World similarly points to expanding procurement activity in Europe as orders build for companies like Saab.

The common thread across both coverage pieces is that stronger government demand is supporting the defense aerospace sector while Saab’s CEO argues procurement practices need to change.

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