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SpaceX lands investment-grade credit ratings as shares tumble from record high SpaceX has received investment-grade credit ratings from all three major rating agencies just days after its record-breaking stock market debut, despite its newly listed shares experiencing a sharp decline on Thursday. The aerospace and AI company, led by Elon Musk, secured its first-time ratings from Moody's, Fitch, and S&P Global, marking a significant milestone that positions its debt in investment-grade territory. This could enable the company to access cheaper financing as it funds a massive expansion plan. The ratings were announced less than a week after SpaceX's historic initial public offering (IPO), which raised approximately $85.7 billion (€73.8 billion), setting a new record for the largest IPO in history. Moody's assigned SpaceX a Baa1 long-term issuer rating with a stable outlook, citing the company's "exceptional franchise strength" as the world's leading orbital launch provider and operator of Starlink, the largest low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. The agency noted that Starlink has become SpaceX's primary cash flow generator, supporting improved scale, wider margins, and a gradual shift away from more cyclical launch revenue. Moody's also highlighted risks, including the heavy execution and financial demands of SpaceX's large-scale AI buildout. The agency warned of high capital intensity, sustained negative free cash flow, and an uncertain range of returns. It emphasized the company's reliance on the next-generation Starship V3 vehicle, cautioning that technical setbacks or delays could pressure long-term growth. Additionally, the agency pointed to elevated governance risks tied to SpaceX's controlled structure and concentrated voting power, which limit independent board oversight and make the firm heavily dependent on Elon Musk.#spacex #elon_musk #moody_s #fitch #s_p_global

Nasdaq Plummets 4% Amid Chip Sector Sell-Off and Market Volatility U.S. equities experienced a sharp decline on Friday as the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite fell 4.18%, marking its worst single-day drop since April 2025. The sell-off was driven by a combination of factors, including a disappointing performance from Broadcom, a spike in Treasury yields following a stronger-than-expected May jobs report, and broader investor concerns about the sustainability of the tech sector’s recent gains. The S&P 500 also dropped 2.64%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1.35%, ending at 50,866.78. The Nasdaq’s decline pushed its weekly loss to 4.7%, while the S&P 500 recorded its first negative week in 10 months. The chip sector was the primary focus of the sell-off, with semiconductor stocks experiencing severe declines. The iShares Semiconductor ETF fell 10%, its worst day since March 2020. Broadcom shares dropped nearly 8% after a weaker-than-expected AI chip outlook on Wednesday triggered broader concerns. Marvell Technology plummeted over 16%, while Intel and Advanced Micro Devices fell around 11%. Micron Technology, a key player in the memory chip market, dropped 13% after losing 8% the previous day. Analysts noted that investors had been hesitant to sell but were now reacting to the sector’s overperformance in recent months. Mark Hackett, chief market strategist at Nationwide, highlighted the tension among investors: “People had been kind of hovering with their finger over this sell button. If you’ve owned some of these semiconductor names through the last two months, you’re very out of whack with your long-term positioning goal. You need to take profits at some point.” The sell-off also extended to cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin falling below $60,000 for the first time since late 2024.#spacex #micron #nasdaq #broadcom #intel

Alphabet Seeks $85 Billion in Fresh Capital Amid Stock Downturn Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is pursuing a $85 billion equity raise to fund its expansion in artificial intelligence, as its stock faces its longest losing streak in over a year. The company’s market capitalization, which briefly surpassed Nvidia’s a month ago, has since declined, with the stock on pace for its fourth consecutive weekly drop. This financial pressure comes as Alphabet aims to bolster its AI infrastructure and compete with rivals like Anthropic and OpenAI, despite growing skepticism about its need for additional public funding. The capital raise, which includes a $10 billion investment from Berkshire Hathaway, marks a significant shift for Alphabet, which has historically been a favorite among Wall Street investors. However, recent challenges have raised questions about its financial strategy. Analysts and industry experts have noted that Alphabet’s reliance on public markets for funding is unusual, given its vast cash reserves. Dan Niles, founder of Niles Investment Management, highlighted this anomaly, stating, “I never thought Google would need to hit the public markets to raise money to fund their spending.” Niles praised Alphabet’s “best stack in all of AI,” citing its advanced models, tensor processing units (TPUs), Android ecosystem, cloud business, and search dominance as key assets. Alphabet’s financial strategy is driven by the massive investments required to support its AI initiatives. The company has already secured over $55 billion in debt since November and is now seeking additional equity to fund its operations. Melius Research estimates that Alphabet’s free cash flow will turn negative in the coming years due to the high capital expenditures (capex) needed for AI infrastructure.#spacex #alphabet #anthropic #openai #berkshire_hathaway

Bitcoin Faces Sharp Decline as Market Narratives Shift and Liquidity Diversifies Bitcoin is experiencing its most severe weekly decline in months, driven by a loss of dominant market narratives and a shift in investor liquidity toward other assets. The flagship cryptocurrency has dropped 13% this week, heading toward its worst performance since February, according to Coin Metrics. Analysts attribute the downturn to a lack of fresh catalysts to sustain demand, combined with a broader market trend where investors are reallocating capital to sectors with clearer short-term growth prospects, such as the chip rally and the SpaceX IPO. The decline has been exacerbated by a prolonged outflow from bitcoin ETFs, which have recorded their longest streak of net outflows—13 consecutive days—since tracking began. Total assets in these funds have fallen to $82.8 billion from $107.8 billion on May 14, according to SoSoValue. Citi analyst Alex Saunders highlighted that these ETF flows account for approximately 45% of weekly price variations, making them a critical indicator of investor sentiment. Without renewed demand, bitcoin remains vulnerable to sharp, flow-driven price movements. A key trigger for this week’s downturn was a surprise disclosure by Michael Saylor’s Strategy, which revealed the sale of 32 BTC for $2.5 million to fund preferred stock dividend obligations. This marked the company’s first bitcoin sale since 2022 and its second ever. While the sale represented less than 0.004% of Strategy’s holdings, it marked a departure from Saylor’s previous “never sell your bitcoin” stance. The move eroded investor confidence, leading to a cascade of long liquidations. Crypto exchanges recorded $594 million in long liquidations within 24 hours, as leveraged traders forced to cover losses sold their holdings.#bitcoin #strategy #spacex #michael_saylor #advanced_micro_devices

SpaceX's Upcoming IPO: Key Insights for Investors SpaceX, the space exploration company founded by Elon Musk, is preparing for a highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO) that could reshape its valuation and investor perception. The company’s private market value has surged to approximately $1.5 trillion following a $250 billion acquisition of an artificial intelligence lab from its founder, which has positioned SpaceX for a significant public market entry. Analysts from Morningstar are now evaluating the company’s fundamentals, potential risks, and long-term prospects as it seeks to offer around 3% of its shares to public investors. The IPO is expected to be a major event, with a small initial float bolstered by the participation of nearly every investment bank globally. Buoyant investor appetite for AI infrastructure and the potential for SpaceX to gain inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 Index within 15 trading days of the IPO are seen as key drivers of demand. However, the company’s stock is anticipated to face challenges, particularly during the “Max Q” phase—when the greatest atmospheric pressure on a launch vehicle occurs—months after the IPO, as private investors and employees begin selling their shares into the public market. SpaceX’s business model is built around its dominance in space transportation and satellite communications. The company designs, manufactures, and operates reusable rockets to launch payloads into Earth orbit for government and commercial clients. Since 2019, it has expanded into satellite communications through its Starlink brand, which provides mobile broadband and wireless services. In early 2026, SpaceX acquired xAI, the company behind the large language AI model Grok, the gigawatt-scale data center Colossus, and the social media platform X.#starlink #spacex #elon_musk #xai #morningstar

Anthropic Files Confidential IPO Paperwork Ahead of OpenAI Anthropic (ANTH.PVT) announced on Monday that it has submitted confidential paperwork to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to pursue an initial public offering (IPO), positioning itself ahead of its rival OpenAI (OPAI.PVT) in the race to go public. The company emphasized that the number of shares to be offered and the stock’s pricing have not yet been finalized. In a statement, Anthropic noted that the IPO would depend on market conditions and other factors, with the process contingent on the SEC’s review. The filing comes shortly after Anthropic disclosed that it raised $65 billion in its latest funding round, valuing the company at $965 billion. This surpasses OpenAI’s previous valuation of $852 billion, as reported in March. Anthropic’s rapid ascent is attributed to its success in enterprise markets, particularly through its Claude Code coding software. The company has expanded its product lineup this year, introducing offerings like Claude for Small Business and recently unveiling its latest flagship model, Claude Opus 4.8. Anthropic’s financial performance has also surged, with its annual revenue run rate exceeding $47 billion at the start of May. This marks a significant increase from $30 billion in April and $9 billion in the same period last year. The company is now competing in a high-stakes race with OpenAI to secure a spot in the public markets, with SpaceX (SPAX.PVT) also filing for an IPO earlier this month. CEO Dario Amodei has positioned Anthropic as a safety-focused alternative to OpenAI, emphasizing ethical AI development. This approach has led to notable decisions, such as withholding its latest AI model, Claude Mythos Preview, due to concerns about its potential to exploit software vulnerabilities.#spacex #dario_amodei #sec #anthropic #openai

AI Giant Anthropic Plans U.S. Stock Market Listing Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence company, has announced its intention to become a publicly traded firm in the United States. The move, which follows similar plans by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is expected to test investor confidence in the rapidly growing AI sector. While the company has not yet finalized the price or number of shares to be offered, its valuation of over $965 billion has positioned it ahead of OpenAI, which is valued at approximately $852 billion. This marks a significant milestone for Anthropic, which was founded just five years ago by CEO Dario Amodei and a small team of executives. Amodei, who previously worked at OpenAI, left the company after disagreements with its CEO, Sam Altman. Since then, Anthropic and OpenAI have emerged as fierce competitors in the AI industry, both developing advanced generative models and vying for market share among users and corporate clients. OpenAI, too, is reportedly considering a public listing this year, though Altman has stated the company is not in a hurry to proceed. “We’ll do it when it makes sense,” Altman said during an interview with CNBC. The potential IPOs of Anthropic and OpenAI could set a new precedent for how public markets value AI-driven companies. Analysts have highlighted the significance of Anthropic’s IPO, noting that it will be closely scrutinized by investors. Troy Hooper, a leader in equity capital markets at Mergermarket, emphasized that neither firm wants to be the last major AI company to go public. “The first mover has a real chance to define how public markets value generative AI, setting up the yardstick that investors will use to measure everyone else,” Hooper said. Beyond the financial implications, Anthropic has faced legal challenges, particularly with the U.S. Department of Defense.#spacex #dario_amodei #elon_musk #anthropic #openai

FAA Requires SpaceX to Conduct Mishap Investigation Before Resuming Starship Launches The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated that SpaceX complete a formal mishap investigation into the May 22 Starship Flight 12 mission before resuming launches of the Starship-Super Heavy rocket. The decision follows an analysis of the flight, which ended in an off-nominal performance of the Super Heavy booster, tail number Booster 19, leading to a mishap. The FAA’s statement, released on May 27, emphasized that the agency would oversee the investigation, participate in all stages, and approve SpaceX’s final report, including any corrective actions. The mishap occurred during the ascent phase of Flight 12. At approximately 1 minute and 42 seconds into the mission, one of the 33 Raptor V3 engines on the Super Heavy booster failed. Less than a minute later, SpaceX initiated a staged shutdown of engines as it approached stage separation. The on-screen graphics showed 12 of 13 center engines ignited at the 2-minute, 32-second mark, but as the outer ring began re-igniting, several engines were shown as non-operational, deviating from the planned sequence. Dan Huot, a SpaceX communications team member, noted during the broadcast that the company observed “six good engines on ship” and described the event as an “early boostback shutdown.” SpaceX’s post-mission assessment detailed the sequence of events. After stage separation, the Super Heavy booster executed a directional flip maneuver and attempted a boostback burn. However, it failed to ignite all planned engines, resulting in a partial burn that ended prematurely. The booster then attempted to reignite engines for the landing burn but ultimately experienced a hard splashdown in the Gulf of America.#spacex #federal_aviation_administration #starship_flight_12 #super_heavy_booster #raptor_v3_engine

FAA Requires Mishap Investigation into Latest Starship Launch The Federal Aviation Administration has mandated that SpaceX conduct a formal investigation into its latest Starship test flight, which the agency classified as a mishap. The incident occurred during the May 22 Flight 12 mission from SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Texas. The FAA’s determination followed an assessment of the launch’s anomalies, which included significant failures in the Super Heavy booster’s performance. The agency’s classification of the event as a mishap triggers a requirement for SpaceX to submit a detailed report and corrective actions for FAA approval before resuming Starship flights. The Flight 12 launch aimed to test the upgraded version 3 of Starship, featuring enhancements to both the Super Heavy booster and the upper stage, including the introduction of Raptor 3 engines. SpaceX planned for the Super Heavy to perform a “boostback” maneuver after the upper stage separated, guiding it toward a controlled splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico. However, the booster encountered multiple engine failures shortly after initiating the boostback burn. The maneuver, intended to last about a minute, was aborted after less than 20 seconds. The faulty booster then plummeted into the Gulf at speeds exceeding 1,500 kilometers per hour, as confirmed by telemetry data streamed during the SpaceX webcast. The FAA noted that the incident triggered a debris response area, though no damage was reported. The anomaly also caused disruptions to air traffic, with several aircraft experiencing delays or airborne holding events due to the debris field.#spacex #federal_aviation_administration #starship #starbase #flight_12

Get the SocialGraphs app from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.socialgraphs.app&hl=en_IN SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Launch Set for May 13, 2026 A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to launch on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 6:50 p.m. ET from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The mission, designated NASA’s SpaceX CRS-34, will carry a Dragon spacecraft loaded with supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. The launch window was delayed from its original May 12 date, and the trajectory is set to the northeast, which will influence visibility for observers. The rocket will liftoff from Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, a key site for NASA and commercial space missions. Live coverage of the launch will begin 90 minutes before liftoff at floridatoday.com/space, featuring updates from USA TODAY Network’s Space Team, including reporters and visuals journalists. The platform provides a mobile-friendly live blog with a countdown clock, allowing viewers to track the event in real time. For those hoping to witness the launch, the best viewing locations are along Florida’s Space Coast, where the rocket’s light will be visible from beaches and parks. Depending on weather conditions and cloud cover, the launch could be seen as far north as Jacksonville Beach and as far south as West Palm Beach. However, the most optimal views are typically found near the launch site itself. Key viewing spots include Playalinda Beach, Canaveral National Seashore, and the Max Brewer Bridge in Titusville. Observers at these locations should look south along the coastline for the best view of the rocket’s ascent.#nasa #spacex #florida #international_space_station #cape_canaveral_space_force_station https://www.floridatoday.com/story/tech/science/space/2026/05/12/spacex-rocket-launch-florida-canaveral-what-time/89988131007/

Crew Preps for Dragon Arrival and Keeps Up Research, Maintenance NASA astronauts and international partners aboard the International Space Station are preparing for the arrival of a SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft while continuing critical research and maintenance tasks. The uncrewed Dragon, launched aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, is set to dock with the station’s Harmony module on Thursday at 7:35 a.m. EDT. The spacecraft carries approximately 6,500 pounds of science experiments, crew supplies, and lab equipment for the Expedition 74 crew. Live coverage of the launch will be available on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and YouTube starting at 6:30 p.m. EDT. NASA astronaut Jessica Meir is conducting a biotechnology investigation to study how engineered materials mimicking DNA behave in microgravity. The findings could aid Earth-based doctors in developing more precise cancer treatments, known as nano-therapies. Meanwhile, the Dragon spacecraft, which will orbit Earth for half a day before docking, is packed with time-sensitive research samples that will be unpacked shortly after arrival. The station’s crew, including NASA flight engineers Chris Williams, Jessica Meir, and Jack Hathaway, along with ESA’s Sophie Adenot, spent part of Wednesday reviewing Dragon cargo operations and participating in a mission readiness review with flight controllers. After docking, the team will begin unpacking critical samples stored in Dragon’s portable science freezers. Hathaway and Adenot will also monitor the spacecraft’s automated approach and rendezvous on Thursday. Meir conducted materials research by swapping hardware from the Kibo laboratory module’s airlock to the external space environment for exposure testing.#nasa #spacex #international_space_station #cape_canaveral #dragon

AST SpaceMobile Shifts to SpaceX for Mid-June Satellite Launch Following BlueBird 7 Loss Following the recent loss of the BlueBird 7 satellite, AST SpaceMobile has announced plans to launch its next three BlueBird spacecraft aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, currently targeted for mid-June 2026. The decision marks a strategic shift in launch providers, driven by the need to maintain deployment momentum for its space-based cellular broadband network despite the setback from the Blue Origin New Glenn NG-3 mission on April 19. That mission, which left its payload in an unusable off-nominal orbit, has prompted AST SpaceMobile to seek alternative launch capabilities to fulfill its commitments. The June mission is positioned as a critical recovery effort following the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) grounding of Blue Origin’s New Glenn vehicle. The April 19 failure, attributed to an upper-stage engine thrust deficiency, resulted in the BlueBird 7 satellite failing to reach its intended trajectory. The satellite eventually burned up during reentry, disrupting AST SpaceMobile’s progress toward its goal of providing continuous commercial service. By securing a near-term slot with SpaceX, the company aims to deliver “Supplemental Coverage from Space” (SCS) to its global partners. With over $1.2 billion in contracted revenue commitments, AST SpaceMobile faces pressure to achieve its target of 45 to 60 operational satellites by the end of 2026. The three satellites scheduled for the June launch are “Block 2” units, representing a significant technological advancement for the company. These satellites feature the largest commercial phased-array antennas ever deployed in Low Earth Orbit (LEO), with each unit equipped with an aperture of approximately 2,400 square feet (223 square meters).#spacex #ast_spacemobile #blue_origin #bluebird_7 #new_glenn

Falcon Heavy Launches Final ViaSat-3 Terabit-Class Satellite A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launched the third and final terabit-class ViaSat-3 broadband satellite toward geostationary orbit on April 29, marking the completion of a broadband constellation that has been in development for over a decade. The launch, the Falcon Heavy’s 12th since its 2018 debut, took place at 10:13 a.m. Eastern Time from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, with its two side boosters successfully landing at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station approximately eight minutes later for reuse. The satellite, weighing roughly 6,400 kilograms, is expected to separate from the rocket nearly five hours after liftoff and use onboard electric propulsion to reach its operational orbit over the Asia Pacific region several months later. Viasat expects the satellite, designated F3, to enter commercial service late summer after undergoing extensive health checks on its payload and spacecraft bus from Boeing. The launch followed a delay of just over a month, as SpaceX had initially planned to send F3 into space on April 27 but called off the mission seconds before liftoff due to unfavorable weather conditions. The satellite’s deployment is a critical milestone for Viasat, which has faced significant challenges in its efforts to deliver high-capacity broadband services. The ViaSat-3 constellation was originally slated to begin providing terabit-per-second (Tbps) services in 2019, but production delays, supply chain disruptions, and the COVID-19 pandemic pushed the first launch to 2023. However, the first satellite, ViaSat-3 F1, launched in 2023, suffered a major setback when its deployable reflector failed to unfold properly, resulting in the loss of more than 90% of its planned terabit capacity.#spacex #kennedy_space_center #l3harris #northrop_grumman #viasat

SpaceX Aims for Second Falcon Heavy Launch Attempt After Weather Delay SpaceX is preparing for a second attempt to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, following a scrubbed mission on Monday due to unfavorable weather conditions. The launch, scheduled for Wednesday, will carry the ViaSat-3 F3 satellite, the third and final satellite in the ViaSat-3 constellation, into geosynchronous transfer orbit. Liftoff is set for 10:13 a.m. EDT (1413 UTC), with the satellite’s deployment expected nearly five hours after launch. The mission marks the 12th flight of the Falcon Heavy rocket, which debuted in 2018. Two of its previous missions carried ViaSat-3 satellites, with the F2 satellite launched on an Atlas 5 rocket in November 2025. The F3 satellite, weighing six metric tons, will be deployed into an orbit optimized for electric propulsion, allowing for faster orbital adjustments. Dave Abrahamian, Viasat’s vice president of Satellite Systems, noted that the Falcon Heavy’s capabilities enable a more efficient transfer orbit compared to the Atlas 5, reducing the time required for on-orbit commissioning. The launch window, spanning 85 minutes, has improved weather prospects, with a 90% chance of favorable conditions, up from the 55% forecasted for Monday. Meteorologists remain cautious about thick clouds, which could impact visibility during the launch. The Falcon Heavy’s three boosters include a mix of reused and new components, with the side boosters—tail numbers 1072 and 1075—set to land at two separate sites: Landing Zone 2 (LZ-2) and Landing Zone 40 (LZ-40). The core stage, a new booster designated B1098, will not be recovered and will be discarded in the Atlantic Ocean. Abrahamian highlighted the significance of the ViaSat-3 constellation, emphasizing its flexibility and capacity.#spacex #kennedy_space_center #falcon_heavy #via_sat_3 #dave_abrahamian

SpaceX Falcon Heavy Launch from Florida: Recap of Wednesday Liftoff The SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center’s Pad 39A on Wednesday, April 28, 2026, at 10:13 a.m. ET, carrying the ViaSat-3F 3 satellite into geosynchronous transfer orbit. The mission, delayed by poor weather conditions earlier in the week, marked the second Falcon Heavy launch from Florida since October 2024, when NASA’s Europa Clipper mission took flight. The launch followed a rigorous countdown timeline and was supported by favorable weather conditions, with a 90% chance of clear skies reported by the Space Force’s 45th Weather Squadron. The Falcon Heavy, composed of three Falcon 9 boosters, is designed to deliver heavy payloads to orbit. For this mission, the rocket’s two side boosters successfully returned to Cape Canaveral’s Landing Zones 2 and 40 approximately eight minutes after liftoff, producing twin sonic booms audible across the region. The core stage, however, was expendable and did not return to Earth. The side boosters’ recovery was a notable departure from past landings, which often involved side-by-side touchdowns. One of the side boosters had previously flown on missions including the SDA-0A, SARah-2, Transporter-11, and 18 Starlink launches, while the second had been used for the GOES-U mission in June 2024. The ViaSat-3F 3 mission is part of the ViaSat-3 satellite constellation, a network of three Ka-band satellites designed to provide high-speed broadband services. The third satellite in the series, ViaSat-3 F3, is the most powerful of the fleet, expected to add over 1 terabit per second (Tbps) of capacity to the Asia-Pacific region.#spacex #kennedy_space_center #via_sat_3f_3 #falcon_heavy #brevard_county_emergency_management

SpaceX Successfully Deploys ViaSat-3 F3 Satellite on Falcon Heavy Rocket A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket successfully launched the ViaSat-3 F3 satellite on April 29, 2026, from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. The mission marked the 12th flight of the Falcon Heavy since its debut in 2018 and the second deployment of a ViaSat-3 satellite using the rocket. The satellite, weighing 6 tons, was carried into orbit by the rocket’s 27 Merlin engines, which generated 5 million pounds of thrust during liftoff. The launch followed a scrubbed attempt on April 27 due to poor weather conditions and a delayed second attempt on April 28. The Falcon Heavy’s three-stage design enabled a complex sequence of events during the flight. Less than 2.5 minutes after liftoff, the two side boosters—tail numbers B1072 and B1075—separated from the center core (B1098) and initiated a boost-back burn to return to landing pads at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Both side boosters successfully landed at Landing Zone 2 and Landing Zone 40, with the latter being the first use of SpaceX’s new landing pad at Space Launch Complex 40. The center core, however, did not attempt a landing and continued to the second stage. The second stage executed a series of burns over five hours to position the satellite for deployment into a geosynchronous transfer orbit. The upper stage featured an additional thermal protection layer to prevent rocket-grade kerosene from freezing during the four-hour coasting phase between the second and third engine ignitions. Deployment of the ViaSat-3 F3 satellite occurred nearly five hours after liftoff, confirmed by SpaceX shortly after 3:30 p.m. EDT.#spacex #cape_canaveral_space_force_station #viasat_3_f3 #launch_complex_39a #landing_zone_2

SpaceX IPO: The Case for an Indian Investor to Go Global Without Going Blind SpaceX is reportedly preparing for a historic initial public offering (IPO) with a target valuation of $1.75 trillion and a $75 billion fundraising goal, surpassing even Saudi Aramco’s 2019 record. If these figures materialize, the IPO would mark the largest in history, with the company planning to list on the Nasdaq in June 2026. The valuation would position SpaceX at roughly 108 times its trailing sales, significantly higher than the multiples of companies like Meta and Nvidia during their peak periods. However, conflicting financial projections from sources such as Reuters and The Information highlight the uncertainty surrounding the company’s actual performance, with estimates ranging from an $8 billion profit to a $5 billion loss. The final S-1 filing will clarify these discrepancies, but for now, investors must navigate the gap between hype and fundamentals. The company’s business model is a convergence of three transformative forces: launch economics, Starlink’s subscription-based connectivity services, and an AI infrastructure stack. Following its February 2026 merger with xAI, SpaceX’s combined valuation before the IPO re-rate was already $1.25 trillion. This merger positions the company at the intersection of space exploration, satellite internet, and artificial intelligence, aiming to dominate the next era of technological innovation. The shift from cloud and software platforms to firms controlling both physical and digital infrastructure beneath AI is seen as a critical trend, with SpaceX attempting to lead this transition. For Indian investors, the SpaceX IPO raises two key questions.#spacex #xai #nasdaq #liberalized_remittance_scheme #gift_city

Google Stock Price Prediction: New Yearly Target $382 to $425 (GOOGL) Google’s Alphabet stock Class A Shares (GOOGL) has become a focal point for investors following a series of positive developments. The company’s recent rise to prominence is largely attributed to its strategic investment in SpaceX, which has now reached a valuation of $1.75 trillion. Alphabet, along with Fidelity, had invested $1 billion in SpaceX back in 2015. This investment is now poised to yield significant returns, as the company could gain $140 billion in shares when SpaceX’s stock goes public. These shares can be liquidated as needed, potentially offsetting Alphabet’s substantial AI capital expenditure, which has reached $175 billion. Warren Buffett’s recent actions have further bolstered investor confidence in Alphabet. The billionaire investor, who had previously invested $4.34 billion in Alphabet stock six months ago, has already realized a $1.3 billion profit. This return on investment has been remarkable, with Berkshire Hathaway’s stake in Alphabet generating billions in profits within a year. Despite the substantial gains, Buffett has chosen not to sell his shares, signaling his long-term commitment to Alphabet. Analysts suggest this decision is likely to be a strategic move to capitalize on potential future growth. The positive momentum has translated into tangible gains for Alphabet’s stock. In just eight trading sessions, the stock price has surged from $273 to $316, representing a 16% increase in less than 10 days. This rapid appreciation has placed Alphabet in the spotlight, with many traders and investors anticipating further upside. The stock’s upward trajectory suggests that the current gains may be just the beginning of a broader trend.#middle_east #spacex #alphabet #warren_buffett #traders_union

Stock Market Rises Amid Hope for U.S.-Iran War Resolution Stocks surged on Wednesday as optimism grew that a resolution to the U.S.-Iran conflict was nearing, with the S&P 500 climbing 1.2%, the Nasdaq Composite gaining 1.8%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 452 points, or 1%. Oil prices dipped, with West Texas Intermediate futures falling 2% to trade above $99 per barrel and Brent crude futures declining 3% to near $100 a barrel. The market’s optimism was fueled by President Donald Trump’s claim that Iran’s leader had requested a ceasefire, though the U.S. would only consider the offer if the Strait of Hormuz remained “open, free, and clear.” Trump added that until then, the U.S. would continue its military actions against Iran. The president’s remarks came after he told reporters at the White House late Tuesday that U.S. forces would withdraw from Iran in “two or three weeks.” Analysts noted that the market was “sniffing out” a potential resolution, with Patrick Ryan, chief investment strategist at Madison Investments, stating that the market was “kind of just sniffing out that there’s probably some type of resolution in the next couple of weeks.” However, Ryan warned that volatility could persist unless there was an “all-clear announcement” on the war’s path forward. Investors were set to receive further clarity on Wednesday evening, when Trump was scheduled to address the nation to provide an update. The stock market’s rally was also bolstered by other developments. Five S&P 500 stocks hit new 52-week highs, including Pfizer, Ross Stores, Equinix, Sempra, and Entergy, while 10 stocks reached new lows, such as Nike, Visa, and Global Payments. Nike’s shares fell 14.#us #iran #spacex #donald_trump #ism_manufacturing_index

ULA Atlas V, SpaceX Falcon 9 Could Both Launch Sunday from Florida Two major rocket launches are scheduled for Sunday from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with United Launch Alliance (ULA) and SpaceX each targeting missions to deploy satellite constellations. ULA’s Atlas V rocket is set to carry Amazon’s Leo internet satellites into low-Earth orbit, while SpaceX’s Falcon 9 will launch a Starlink mission later the same day. Both launches face weather-related risks, though SpaceX’s mission has slightly better odds of proceeding without delays. ULA’s Amazon Leo 5 mission is scheduled for an early Sunday morning liftoff from Launch Complex 41 at 3:53 a.m., with a 29-minute launch window extending to 4:22 a.m. The Atlas V rocket, equipped with five solid rocket boosters, will travel northeast about three hours before sunrise. However, forecasters have warned of high winds and cumulus clouds, giving the mission only a 10% chance of favorable weather. The backup launch window, set for 24 hours later, improves the odds to 70%. Despite the challenges, ULA officials remain hopeful, as the mission aims to deploy 29 broadband satellites to expand Amazon’s global internet network. SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch is planned for Sunday night, targeting a Starlink satellite deployment from Launch Complex 40. The launch window spans from 5:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., with the rocket heading northeast. While the 45th Weather Squadron has identified cumulus clouds, surface electric fields, and liftoff winds as primary concerns, the mission has a 65% chance of favorable conditions. Additionally, SpaceX faces a low-to-moderate risk of poor offshore conditions for its drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean, which could impact the landing of the first-stage booster.#spacex #amazon #cape_canaveral_space_force_station #ula #launch_complex_41