Earnings Special: SpaceX Profit Beats Estimates on Big Jump in AI Revenue
SpaceX exceeded estimates for quarterly revenue and profit, driven by substantial growth in its artificial intelligence and satellite internet businesses. Elon Musk’s satellite, rocket and AI conglomerate posted $4.4 billion in net income for the quarter ended in September, far better than analysts’ average projection of $1.88 billion. Revenue increased 161% from a year ago and also beat expectations. SpaceX shares rose in New York after the close of regular trading. For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Businessweek Daily guest hosts Norah Mulinda and Alexis Christoforous speak with: Ed Ludlow, Bloomberg Tech co-host George Ferguson, Bloomberg Intelligence Global Head of Aerospace, Defense & Airline Analysis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.