UPDATE 1-Rocket maker Blue Origin raises first outside funding at $130 billion valuation, NYT DealBook reports

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July 8 (Reuters) - Blue Origin is raising $10 billion at a pre-money valuation of $130 billion, the New York Times DealBook reported on Wednesday, marking the first time Jeff Bezos' space company is raising outside funds.

The potential fundraising comes as investor appetite for space companies has surged following SpaceX's SPCX.O IPO last month, which reignited interest in the sector and lifted expectations for valuations of privately held aerospace firms.

Coatue Management, a big asset manager, is expected to lead the round with a $4 billion commitment, the report said, adding that Bezos is set to contribute an additional $2 billion.

Blue Origin did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.


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