BAE Systems closed at 2,306 pence in London after selling its remaining 6.9% stake in Air Astana for about $31 million. The company announced a new U.S. Air Force contract and unveiled a counter-drone system this week. Shares fell 1%, outperforming the FTSE 100, which dropped 2.4% after the Bank of England held rates steady. BAE reported 2025 revenue of £30.66 billion and record order backlog.