Space Economy Raises $6.5 Billion In First Quarter

Investor interest in the space economy remains strong, in particular for satellite communications and infrastructure.

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Companies in the space sector raised $6.5 billion from January to March, an increase of 33% over the fourth quarter of 2023, according to a new report by early-stage venture capital firm Space Capital. The bulk of the investment went to more mature companies, especially late-stage startups. They...
Matthew Fulco

Matthew Fulco is Business Editor for Aviation Week, focusing on commercial aerospace and defense.

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