SPACEX WINS $4B CONTRACT FOR TRUMP'S MISSILE-TRACKING SATELLITES

The US Space Force announced the contract on Friday, stating the satellites will enable detection and tracking of targets from space. This represents SpaceX's second major defense award this week, following a $2 billion contract announced earlier. The Golden Dome system is part of President Trump's planned defense initiative. SpaceX already maintains existing contracts with the Space Force for satellite development. The contract announcement coincides with SpaceX's IPO preparation, with the company targeting a $75 billion public offering that would value it at $1.77 trillion. The listing is expected next week and would mark the largest IPO on record. SpaceX has warned prospective investors of potential equity dilution from future transactions. Founder Elon Musk, currently the world's wealthiest person, could become the first trillionaire if the IPO reaches its targets.