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Government Equity Investments Open a New Frontier for Industry

Since the start of President Trump’s second term, the administration has completed ten direct equity investments in private firms, highlighted by a $1 billion stake in L3Harris Technologies' rocket‑motor unit and minority positions in Intel and critical‑mineral suppliers. The moves target semiconductors, artificial intelligence, energy, defense and mineral sectors, and are intended to shore up supply‑chain vulnerabilities. To streamline future deals, advisory firm Clark Street partnered with broker‑dealer Finalis, offering a platform for companies seeking government equity. Officials stress that equity financing delivers speed, flexibility and potential returns unavailable through traditional grants or loans.