Rheinmetall strengthens its Japan focus, shares trade lower on Xetra
22.06.2026 - 19:30:01 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Christina Vogel, Background & Management desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-22, 19:28.
Rheinmetall (DE0007030009) remains in focus after media reports about planned talks on defense production in Japan and new director dealings disclosures, while the DAX member's shares trade moderately lower on Xetra around 1,190 euros according to exchange data.MarketScreener overview of Rheinmetall
Talks on Japan production and insider buying
According to a Reuters report from 19 June, Rheinmetall plans to start talks with the Japanese government about a possible local production of defense equipment, following policy changes that allow greater cooperation with foreign arms makers.Reuters coverage of planned Japan talks The article cites the Nikkei as saying the German group is considering supplying artillery shells and potentially other systems in cooperation with Japanese partners.
On 22 June, an EQS notification recorded by finanzen.at shows that ATP Holding GmbH, an entity linked to Rheinmetall, reported a purchase of Rheinmetall shares, indicating fresh insider buying activity disclosed under director dealings rules.Finanzen.at listing with EQS director dealings notice Such transactions are closely watched by investors as a signal of management confidence in the long-term business trajectory.
Analyst views and DAX peer context
Brokerage Oddo BHF recently upgraded Rheinmetall to "Outperform" while trimming its price target, arguing that the stock's pullback offers a renewed entry opportunity in the European defense sector with peers such as Hensoldt and Renk also under review.Finanzen.net analyst comment on Rheinmetall On 19 June, Berenberg reiterated its "Buy" rating and a 1,750 euro price target, according to MarketScreener, underscoring continued positive long-term expectations for the DAX-listed arms and automotive supplier.Berenberg rating summary on MarketScreener
In recent sessions, defense stocks in Europe have shown increased volatility after a strong run, with some investors locking in profits while others rotate within the sector; on 22 June finanzen.at described a generally firm trading day for the Euro STOXX 50 even as Rheinmetall gave back part of its previous gains.Finanzen.at market commentary including Rheinmetall
All news and analysis on the Rheinmetall shares
Background reports, ad-hoc releases and price data provide a fuller picture of how the Rheinmetall shares react to defense orders, strategy updates and analyst revisions.
The defense products behind the name
Rheinmetall generates a substantial portion of its revenue with land systems such as the Leopard 2 main battle tank components and the Puma infantry fighting vehicle, as well as artillery ammunition and air defense systems supplied to NATO countries and partners including Germany and Ukraine.Rheinmetall overview of weapon and ammunition division
Where the shares trade today
The Rheinmetall shares (DE0007030009) last traded on Xetra at 1,189.40 euros on 2026-06-22, 15:37, according to exchange data from trading platforms such as Onvista.
Key data on the Rheinmetall shares
- Company: Rheinmetall AG
- ISIN: DE0007030009
- WKN: 703000
- Ticker: RHM
- Trading venue: Xetra
- Price (as of 2026-06-22, 15:37): 1,189.40 EUR
- Market cap: approximately 52 billion EUR (as of 2026-06-22, based on Xetra data and latest share count)
- Sector / industry: Defense and aerospace / industrial machinery
- Index membership: DAX, STOXX Europe 600, EURO STOXX 50
- Next earnings date: 2026-08-08 (company calendar guidance, if unchanged)
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