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Investing in the Space Boom

Bloomberg Technology Tuesday 04 August 2026, 15:15 UTC 1 min read
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Aug 4th, 2026 Investing in the Space Boom Phantom Space CEO Jim Cantrell explains why SpaceX earnings matter far beyond one company. He argues that space startups must remain frugal, secure real contracts, and focus on profitability—and says SpaceX is evolving into something closer to a nation-state than a traditional competitor.

Aug 4th, 2026 Investing in the Space Boom Phantom Space CEO Jim Cantrell explains why SpaceX earnings matter far beyond one company. He argues that space startups must remain frugal, secure real contracts, and focus on profitability—and says SpaceX is evolving into something closer to a nation-state than a traditional competitor.
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