Global military spending hits record high
Summary
Global military spending reached a new high of nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025. This marks the 11th year in a row that spending on armed forces has increased worldwide.Key Facts
- Military spending worldwide totaled almost $2.9 trillion in 2025.
- This is the highest level recorded and the 11th year of consecutive growth.
- The data comes from a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
- Spending is measured as part of the global gross domestic product (GDP) used for military purposes.
- The report was published on a Monday in 2025.
- The increase reflects a continuing trend in global defense investment.
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