The Pentagon is putting industry on a key 'Golden Dome' weapon that military leaders have said might ultimately be too expensive

Twelve defense companies have been selected for initial work on space-based interceptors for the US Golden Dome program, targeting one of its most complex and expensive components. The announcement underscores continued defense spending tied to missile defense and space-based capabilities, but it does not include contract values, timing, or award specifics. Market impact is likely limited to defense names with exposure to missile defense and space systems.

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Twelve defense companies have been selected for initial work on space-based interceptors for the US Golden Dome program, targeting one of its most complex and expensive components. The announcement underscores continued defense spending tied to missile defense and space-based capabilities, but it does not include contract values, timing, or award specifics. Market impact is likely limited to defense names with exposure to missile defense and space systems.