Firefly Aerospace jumps 10% after buying defense tech firm for $855 million
1. Firefly Aerospace plans to acquire SciTec for $855 million to enhance capabilities. 2. Stock climbed 10% premarket following the acquisition announcement. 3. Recent rocket explosion led to a 20% drop in shares last week. 4. Firefly holds significant defense contracts, including $177 million with NASA. 5. The acquisition is set to close by year-end and strengthens national security offerings.