Rocket Lab is rapidly transforming from a launch company into a diversified space business, positioning it for profits and strong free cash flow as early as next year.
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Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) shares gained 5% on Monday after the company announced an agreement to acquire satellite communications provider Iridium Communications (NASDAQ:IRDM) in a transaction valued at approximately US$8 billion. Trading in Iridium shares was halted pending the announcement after the stock last traded at US$43.
The cash-and-stock deal gives Rocket Lab a global satellite network, licensed spectrum, and 2.55 million subscribers
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