Stock market: Dax pauses after record high, defense stocks at record levels, focus on Nvidia

Rheinmetall 's record rally continues unabated, even after its share price has tripled this year. The defense company's shares climbed above €1,900 for the first time on Wednesday morning and traded at a high of €1,943. This brings the share price gain to 216 percent by 2025.

The MDax defense stocks Renk and Hensoldt also reached further records – the latter even despite dividend payments.

Real estate stocks led the way across Europe, improving on their previously below-average performance with an annual high. Recently, bond market yields declined, which is in their favor. Meanwhile, commercial real estate specialist Aroundtown was asked for figures.