Germany's biggest weapons contractor—now worth more than Volkswagen—could literally be moving onto carmaker's turf.

The article focuses on the significant shift in Germany's industrial landscape, highlighting Rheinmetall's rise as the country's largest defense company, surpassing Volkswagen in market value. This change is attributed to increased investor expectations for defense spending among NATO members, particularly in response to geopolitical tensions. Volkswagen, facing stagnant share prices and production cuts, is exploring potential collaboration with Rheinmetall, including the sale of its Osnabruek plant, which Rheinmetall's CEO indicated could be suitable for expansion. The article also notes the broader context of Germany's economic challenges and the EU's plans for substantial defense spending, which have benefited defense firms like Rheinmetall. [Extracted from the article]