Global military spending reached an all-time high of $2.46 trillion in 2024.

From the U.S. to India, countries are significantly increasing their defense budgets amid rising global tensions.

But who’s spending the most?

How much share of the GDP goes into military spending of major powers?

Explore the graph below, showing global military expenditure trends over the past 35 years, based on data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).