SpaceX Launches Historic $75 Billion IPO, Largest in History
Original: SpaceX IPO: Everything you need to know
Why This Matters
SpaceX's record-breaking IPO validates private space industry growth and commercial viability
SpaceX launched its IPO on June 12, 2026, pricing 555.6 million shares at $135 each to raise $75 billion, making it the largest IPO in history. Shares opened at $150 on Nasdaq, up 11%, and continued rising to $170.82, up 26%.
SpaceX completed its initial public offering on Nasdaq, raising $75 billion through 555.6 million shares priced at $135 each. This marks the largest IPO in history. Shares opened at $150, representing an 11% increase, and continued climbing to $170.82 by 1:38 PM ET, a 26% gain. The company reported $4.9 billion in losses on $18 billion revenue in 2025, with cumulative losses exceeding $37 billion since inception. CEO Elon Musk holds 85.1% of voting power and is positioned to become the world's first trillionaire. Approximately 4,400 SpaceX employees could become millionaires from the IPO. Robinhood reported record-breaking trading platform traffic following the debut.