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Redwire Secures Key Missile Defense Contract as Major Investor Scales Back Stake

Space infrastructure firm Redwire has been awarded a position on a critical U.S. Missile Defense Agency contract vehicle, even as its largest private equity backer significantly reduces its holding. The dual developments underscore the company's strategic positioning at the intersection of space and defense, while raising questions about its evolving investor base.

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Blackstone's Q4: A Tale of Two Metrics as Analysts Probe Fee Pressure and AI Ambitions

Blackstone reported mixed fourth-quarter results, with revenue beating expectations but profits falling short. While strong capital inflows and performance in infrastructure and private equity drove growth, rising costs and a softer real estate fee environment squeezed earnings. The subsequent analyst call raised pointed questions on fundraising, fee structures, and the firm's positioning in the AI investment boom.