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Can Space Stocks Bounce Back? This $1 Billion Air Force Contract Might Help.

Space stocks have recovered somewhat after a historic decline following SpaceX's June IPO. The U.S. Space Force awarded a $981 million NITE-STAR contract to 15 space companies, but the contract's modest per-company value ($6.5 million annually on average) is unlikely to significantly move the needle. Despite government support, space stocks remain richly valued with average price-to-sales ratios around 65.4, suggesting caution for investors.