What Happened
Government Demand and Commercial Adoption Drive Expansion
The New Space economy saw significant growth in September 2026, driven by increasing government demand and commercial adoption. SpaceX’s Starship mission marked a new era in space, with the company also securing a $946 million contract with NASA. Financing rounds focused on scaled infrastructure businesses, with companies like Pixxel and Hubble Network raising significant funds. The growth of the New Space economy was reported by HANetf.