# Applied Aerospace & Defense Inc. filed for a US initial public offering.

*fintech · news · 2026-05-08 · Bloomberg*

## Key points

- Applied Aerospace & Defense Inc. has officially filed for a US initial public offering.
- The company reported a net loss of $15.1 million in the first quarter of this year.
- First quarter 2024 revenue rose to $134.4 million, up from $111 million last year.
- This IPO follows increased activity among space and defense firms ahead of SpaceX's potential listing.

**Companies:** SpaceX, Applied Aerospace & Defense Inc.
**Countries:** United States

[Read the full story on Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-05-08/applied-aerospace-files-for-ipo-joining-pre-spacex-rush)

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