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2 Space Stocks to Buy Before SpaceX IPO

May 31, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

SpaceX's IPO may be the largest on record.
The space economy could grow to $2 trillion by 2040.
AST SpaceMobile and Intuitive Machines are two space stocks to consider.
Both companies have significant government contracts.

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Strategic Implications

The growing space economy may indicate a shift in investor interest towards space-related stocks. The success of AST SpaceMobile and Intuitive Machines could suggest a trend towards more private investment in space exploration and development, which may lead to increased competition and innovation in the industry.

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Investors Eye AST SpaceMobile and Intuitive Machines Amid Growing Space Economy

With the anticipated SpaceX IPO on June 12, investors are turning their attention to the growing space economy, which could reach $2 trillion by 2040, according to PwC. Two space stocks that stand to benefit from this trend are AST SpaceMobile and Intuitive Machines. AST SpaceMobile aims to provide direct cell phone services from space, while Intuitive Machines has achieved the first US lunar landing since 1972 and has secured large government contracts. Both companies have ambitious plans and significant government backing, making them intriguing investments in the space sector, as reported by The Motley Fool.

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