📝 Executive Summary
The long-awaited SpaceX IPO triggered a broad rally across the space sector, with investors pouring into shares of satellite, launch, and space technology companies. Rocket Lab, Virgin Galactic, and AST SpaceMobile jumped as enthusiasm for the commercial space economy intensified. Analysts see the sector poised for expansion, fueled by satellite internet, Earth observation, and space tourism, but warn of high volatility and unproven business models.