Firefly Aerospace soared in its public market debut Thursday, beginning trading at $70, over 55% higher than its IPO price. The Cedar Park-based company secured a $9.8 billion valuation.

Firefly Aerospace secured a valuation of $9.84 billion after its shares surged 55.6% in their Nasdaq debut on Thursday, as investors continue to pour capital into companies aiding expansion of the U.S.

Firefly Aerospace made a powerful entrance to the public markets on Thursday, surging more than 50% in its Nasdaq debut. Trading under the ticker symbol FLY, the stock opened at $70 per share, significantly above its IPO price of $45.