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U.S. Government May Expand Equity Stakes in Strategic Companies Following Lockheed Martin Speculation
U.S. Government May Expand Equity Stakes in Strategic Companies Following Lockheed Martin Speculation
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The U.S. government's recent acquisition of a 10% stake in an unnamed computer company—funded through unreleased CHIPS Act grants—signals a potential shift toward strategic equity positions. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledged ongoing discussions about expanding this approach, with defense contractor Lockheed Martin emerging as a probable candidate given its $13.1 billion in quarterly government contracts.
Such investments could accelerate growth for recipients while introducing regulatory complexities. The MOVE reflects deepening public-private integration in critical sectors, mirroring blockchain's institutional adoption trajectory where government-backed stability often precedes mainstream acceptance.
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