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Space is no longer a speculative thesis—it's an outperforming asset class. Rocket Lab's acquisition of Iridium propels the entire sector.
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Rocket Lab Acquires Iridium for $8 Billion: From Tactical Launcher to Constellation Operator
In the largest acquisition in its history, Rocket Lab takes over Iridium Communications for $8 billion - a deal that radically transforms the company into a global LEO constellation operator, with direct exposure to DoD defense contracts.
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