Intuitive Machines(LUNR) The Motley Fool·2025-02-10 21:56Core Insights - Intuitive Machines' stock surged by 8.3% on a recent trading day, reaching a peak increase of 10.2% during the session, while major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also saw gains [1][2] - The company has experienced a remarkable 297% increase in stock value over the past year, driven by successful integration of lunar data center technologies from Lonestar Data into its Athena lander for the upcoming IM-2 lunar mission [2][3] Company Developments - The IM-2 lunar mission is set to launch on or after February 26, with the Athena lander being transported to the moon by a SpaceX rocket, marking a significant milestone as it will host the first data center operating outside Earth's orbit [4] - Following the recent stock gains, Intuitive Machines has a market capitalization of approximately 58.5 million in the third quarter, alongside a $116.9 million contract awarded through NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative [6] Future Prospects - In addition to Lonestar's data center, Intuitive Machines will also transport Nokia's cellular network technology to the moon during the IM-2 mission, which could serve as a significant performance driver for the company [7]