Ouster Stock Soars: Defense Approval Drives 21% Jump

Ouster Inc.’s (NASDAQ: OUST) stock witnessed a dramatic surge of over 20% in premarket trading on June 11, 2025, reaching $19.47 after closing at $16.03 the previous day. This significant increase is attributed to the U.S. Department of Defense’s approval of its OS1 digital lidar sensor for use in unmanned aerial systems under the Blue UAS Framework. This landmark validation marks a crucial step forward for Ouster, solidifying its position as a leading provider of high-resolution 3D lidar sensors for defense applications.