In this episode of Facts & Figures, Hemant dives deep into a disturbing truth — wars are no longer just about politics or territory; they are big business. When nations prepare for war, billions of dollars are poured into defense budgets. But who truly benefits? The answer: a handful of arms manufacturing giants. According to SIPRI’s 2024 report, the world’s top 100 arms companies earned a staggering $632 billion in 2023, with the US alone accounting for over 50% of it. As India and Pakistan edge closer to conflict, and tensions rise across Taiwan, Gaza, and Ukraine, we expose how global powers profit from fear and violence.