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Amazon's $11.57B Globalstar Acquisition Gets FCC Green Light
The FCC has approved Amazon's $11.57 billion acquisition of Globalstar, transferring critical satellite licenses and spectrum needed for Amazon's direct-to-device phone service.
easyJet's Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout Skips A319 Fleet
easyJet will equip A320, A320neo, and A321neo aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi by early 2028, but its A319s are excluded, leaving 22% of the fleet without connectivity.
SpaceX Starship Flight 15 Booster Static Fire Clears Key Pre-Launch Hurdle
SpaceX completed a full 33-engine static fire for Starship Flight 15, setting the stage for a launch attempt. The mission aims to catch both booster and ship, while its Starlink capacity advantage remains a key metric.
Ukraine Claims Starshield Speeds Surge Past 400 km/h Post-Cap
Ukraine reports Starlink and Starshield terminals operating above 400 km/h, 2.5 times the previous cap, after overnight restoration. Senator Blumenthal seeks answers on control.
Artemis III Fuel Debate: NASA Panel vs. Musk on Starship Launches
NASA's safety advisers estimate 22 refueling flights for Artemis III, but SpaceX's Elon Musk predicts just 6-8, exposing uncertainties in orbital fuel transfer and testing gaps.
Solstar Demonstrates Orbital Wi-Fi Relay via Iridium Network
Solstar Space's orbital Wi-Fi test collected over 2,300 files, with a subset relayed to NASA via Iridium (IRDM), marking a step forward for spacecraft communications.
Starfish Space's Otter 24C Launches for NASA's SSPICY Inspection Mission
Starfish Space's Otter 24C spacecraft launched on SpaceX's Transporter-18, beginning NASA's SSPICY mission to inspect inactive satellites in low Earth orbit.
Starliner's Next Launch to Test Thermal Fixes Before Thruster Overhaul
NASA schedules Starliner-1 uncrewed cargo mission for late 2026/early 2027 to validate thermal changes and propulsion data, ahead of a full thruster-valve redesign.
Starbucks Trims 2026 Store Opening Outlook After Announcing 250 North American Closures
Starbucks will close about 250 North American stores, adding $300 million in charges and cutting its fiscal 2026 net opening forecast to 440. Shares ended 0.5% lower.
Sandisk Slips Pre-Market as Rosenblatt Starts With $2,400 Target
Sandisk traded near $1,761 pre-market after Rosenblatt initiated coverage with a Buy rating and $2,400 target, though the stock slipped 1.4% Monday.
Charter's Cox Integration Starts as Stock Slips 3.9%
Charter's $34.5B Cox acquisition reaches customers, but CHTR shares fell 3.9% on Sept. 18 as investors weigh integration risks and high debt.
FCC Approves 15,000 Starlink Satellites, Defers Remainder
The FCC has authorized an additional 7,500 Starlink Gen2 satellites, bringing the total approved to 15,000, but deferred the remaining 14,988 spacecraft in SpaceX's application.
Amazon Leo vs. Starlink: The Race to Orbit and Market Share
Amazon's satellite internet service, now called Amazon Leo, plans limited broadband by 2026 but faces a huge gap with Starlink's 9,600 satellites and 10.3 million subscribers.
Twitch CEO Predicts GTA VI Multiplayer in 2027, Rockstar Silent
Twitch CEO Dan Clancy expects GTA VI multiplayer in 2027, but Rockstar hasn't confirmed. The gap creates uncertainty for Take-Two's forecasts.
Microsoft's Kojima Deal Gains Star Power, But Financial Questions Persist
Bill Skarsgård joins Kojima's PHYSINT for Xbox, but Microsoft investors still await key details like release date and budget as Xbox revenue declines.
Target Sells Pokémon 30th ETB; Mewtwo Promo Starts Oct. 2 at Other Retailers
Target sells the Pokémon 30th ETB, but the Mewtwo promo is exclusive to other chains starting Oct. 2. Investors see TGT's fandom push as key to traffic growth.
Starbucks Snoopy Cup Launch Tests Scarcity Strategy
Starbucks rolls out a limited Snoopy collection on Sept. 15, led by a $39.95 glass cup with a two-item cap, testing whether scarcity can drive store traffic.
EchoStar's Sling TV Faces NASCAR Test as Subscriber Losses Persist
NASCAR's Gateway race offers Sling TV a chance to attract subscribers, but EchoStar's ongoing losses and revenue decline cast doubt on a turnaround.
FAA Schedules September 18 Window for SpaceX Starship Flight 14, Pending Company Confirmation
The FAA has scheduled a primary window for SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 on September 18, but SpaceX hasn't confirmed the date. Investors await launch success as a key milestone.
Enflame's 179% Debut Surge Raises Float Concerns on STAR Market
Enflame Technology surged 179% on its STAR Market debut, but the tiny 4.16% float raises concerns about valuation sustainability and customer concentration.
Starbucks Shares Slip 2.4% Ahead of Snoopy Drop: Can a $40 Cup Move the Needle?
Starbucks shares fell 2.4% to $102.01 ahead of its Snoopy cup launch. The real test is whether the collectible drives transactions, not just social media buzz.
Enbridge Line 5 Restart Delayed to Sept. 12 as Stock Holds Steady
Enbridge's Line 5 shutdown is extended to Sept. 12, but shares stay flat, signaling investors see it as contained. Focus shifts to the $1B relocation timeline.
Starbucks Holiday Hours Vary; Q4 Sales Test Looms
Starbucks (SBUX) kept many stores open on Labor Day with varied hours, but the real test is Q4 comparable sales growth of at least 6.5%. Traffic data will be key.
Starbucks Snoopy Collection Launch Aims to Sustain Traffic Growth
Starbucks unveiled a 10-piece Snoopy collection, with a full set priced at $293.50, as it seeks to sustain a 4.5% rebound in customer traffic. Shares closed down 0.84%.
GoPro Shares Trade at $1.20, 5.3% Above Starman's $1.14 Cash Offer
GoPro shares opened at $1.20 on Wednesday, 5.3% above Starman Optical's $1.14 cash offer. Investors also retain a 10% stake in the combined entity, but the premium reflects deal risks and potential competing bids.
SpaceX Shares Dip 1.2% Premarket as Analysts Question Starlink's Ability to Fund Expansion
SpaceX shares slipped 1.2% premarket to $141.95, with Morgan Stanley's $300 target under pressure as Starlink's profits face heavy investment needs in rockets and AI.
SpaceX Delays Starship Flight 14 to September as Orbital Test Nears
SpaceX has moved Starship Flight 14 to September after Booster 21's static fire, aiming for its first orbital mission and potential tower catch. The test is a key valuation checkpoint for the $1.85 trillion company.
SpaceX Edges Up 0.5% as Louisiana Starbase's $100B Capex Plan Fuels IPO Speculation
SpaceX stock rose 0.45% to $141.50 as the company's $100B Louisiana Starbase commitment shifts focus to execution, with construction set for 2027 and first launch in 2029.
SpaceX Stock Climbs 1.2% on $100B Louisiana Starbase Plan
SpaceX shares gained 1.2% after unveiling a $100 billion Louisiana spaceport, equal to its Q2 liquidity. The facility will support Starship and Starlink launches starting in 2029.
Boeing Stock Edges Up as $131B F-15 Contract Ceiling Starts with Minimal Funding
Boeing shares ticked up 0.3% after the Air Force awarded a $131.23 billion F-15 Eagle Crest ceiling contract, yet only $343,740 was initially funded, highlighting the gap between headline value and near-term revenue.