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Harvard University's endowment delivered its strongest return in five years, climbing 27% during the 12-month fiscal 2026 period, with the university's SpaceX stake significantly contributing to the performance. The robust return underscores the endowment's significant exposure to high-growth aerospace and technology companies and reflects broader market recovery in those sectors despite recent volatility. The strong result provides financial flexibility for the university's operations and investment priorities in the near term.