Space Exploration Technologies Corp., trading as $SPCX, is set to make a historic Nasdaq debut on June 12, 2026, with its IPO priced at $135 per share and a staggering valuation near $1.75 trillion. This event is already reshaping how investors access and trade SpaceX shares. Notably, Sunrise and Backpack Securities are launching a tokenized version of $SPCX on the Solana blockchain simultaneously with the IPO, allowing global investors to trade SpaceX stock 24/7, beyond traditional market hours. Unlike typical tokenized stocks, these tokens can be redeemed for actual SpaceX shares and transferred to conventional brokerages, bridging onchain and traditional finance in a novel way.
Adding to the excitement, Tradr ETFs announced plans to launch two leveraged ETFs tied to $SPCX starting June 15, offering traders amplified exposure to daily price moves both long and short. These funds cater to sophisticated investors seeking to capitalize on the volatility and momentum expected around SpaceX’s public market debut.
Meanwhile, retail investors are actively repositioning their portfolios ahead of the IPO, selling off major semiconductor and AI-related stocks like Micron ($MU) and AMD ($AMD) to free up capital for SpaceX shares. This shift has created notable selling pressure in chip stocks, highlighting the significant liquidity event SpaceX’s IPO represents. With over $70 billion in retail orders reportedly placed, and a large retail allocation of at least 20% of shares, the IPO is poised to generate intense market activity and volatility.
Despite the enthusiasm, some cautionary voices highlight concerns about $SPCX’s lofty valuation—trading at nearly 95 times last year’s sales—and its unprofitable AI and space divisions, which currently offset profits from its Starlink satellite internet business. The IPO’s relatively low free float, with only about 4.3% of shares publicly tradable, could also contribute to heightened price swings post-listing.
On the analyst front, Oppenheimer initiated coverage with an Outperform rating and a $190 price target, implying roughly 40% upside from the IPO price. The firm emphasizes SpaceX’s unique position as a vertically integrated AI and space infrastructure company targeting a massive $10 trillion market by 2035. However, they also note significant risks including the unproven nature of orbital data centers, regulatory hurdles, and the critical dependence on CEO Elon Musk’s leadership.
Did you know?The first-ever IPO in U.S. history was the Bank of North America in 1783, marking the beginning of public stock markets that now allow companies like SpaceX to raise billions from investors worldwide.
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