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War Babies

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War Babies
A name given to securities in companies that are defense contractors. Also known as defense stocks.

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A good example of this are firms that build aircrafts and ammunition. When a war is imminent, these stocks tend to outperform the market because of the potential for increased business.


War babies
Slang term for the stocks and bonds of corporations in the defense industry.

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