ROSELAND, NJ, March 14, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Self-directed IRAs can include alternative assets in the private space and defense sectors, which include a range of aerospace-related assets and defense technologies. Information about these assets was outlined recently in a blog article published by Next Generation Trust Company, which provides full account administration and asset custody for self-directed IRAs and other plans.

"With space infrastructure growing as a vital national security and economic priority, there are many ways for self-directed investors to build portfolio diversity with these growing investment opportunities, by including investments in the private space and defense technology sectors in a self-directed IRA," said Jaime Raskulinecz, CEO of Next Generation.

The article lists a range of aerospace-related investments, such as private equity funding in private aerospace companies, specialized platforms that focus on venture-backed defense tech startups, space infrastructure and hardware, and other alternative assets which include:

• satellites and missile-defense systems
• AI integration into space hardware and defense intelligence
• cybersecurity and data analytics
• companies involved in the research, manufacture or sale of products or services related to the defense or aerospace industries
• dual-use technologies that have military and civilian applications
• on-airport real estate and aviation infrastructure

Growth in the industry, growing interest among investors
As shared in the article, Reuters reported that "investments in the sector hit record levels in ‌2025, with ‌private investment growing 48% to $12.4 billion, including $3.8 billion in the final quarter…" and Morgan Stanley's Space Team (which tracks the space economy) estimates that the global space industry, currently estimated at around $350 billion, could skyrocket to over $1 trillion by 2040.

Raskulinecz noted that, "Investors are wise to research all governmental regulations thoroughly before choosing an aerospace-related investment. As with any self-directed investment, due diligence is the watchword for any private placements or private equity firms under consideration as well."

Read the full article at https://shorturl.at/WvJDu. More information about Next Generation Trust Company is at https://www.NextGenerationTrust.com.

About Next Generation
Next Generation Trust Company is a custodian of self-directed retirement plans, chartered in South Dakota. Its sister firm, Next Generation Services, provides comprehensive account administration and transaction support. The neutral third-party professionals at Next Generation expertly guide clients and their trusted advisors as part of their white glove, personalized service for a seamless transaction experience from start to finish. They also educate consumers and professionals about self-directed retirement plans and the many alternative assets these plans allow. For more information, visit www.NextGenerationTrust.com.

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