Virgin Orbit in Talks to Raise $200 Mln From Matthew Brown-Term Sheet

WASHINGTON, March 22 (Reuters) - Billionaire Richard Branson’s cash-strapped Virgin Orbit is near a deal for a $200 million investment from Texas-based venture capital investor Matthew Brown via a private share placement, according to a term sheet seen by Reuters.

Virgin Orbit soared 115% in premarket trading.

A successful deal would be a major boost of confidence in the company that saw its market capitalization slump to a record low of $150 million on Tuesday from more than $3 billion two years ago when it went public through a blank-check deal.

The negotiation comes after the satellite launch company said last week it was exploring strategic options and was in talks for funding after a cash crunch forced it to pause operations and furlough nearly all its staff.

The two companies are aiming to close the deal on Friday, according to the term sheet.

Virgin Orbit was not immediately available to comment.

Matthew Brown Companies did not immediately reply to a Reuters request for comment.

Reuters reported on Tuesday that Virgin Orbit plans to recall a small team from the furlough on Thursday to work on rocket upgrades.

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