---
title: The defense squeeze
description: "European aero and defense index, SXPARO, has surged by some 13% YTD. The squeeze has been absolutely huge since the start of the week, with RSI now trading at 80!\n\nSource: The Market Ear, LSEG Workspace"
---

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# [The defense squeeze](https://blog.syzgroup.com/syz-the-moment/the-defense-squeeze)

 Written by [Charles-Henry Monchau, CFA, CMT, CAIA](https://blog.syzgroup.com/syz-the-moment/author/charles-henry-monchau) | Jan 9, 2026, 11:08:52 AM

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