SpaceX $75bn IPO at $135 Sets $1.77tn Valuation, Index Rules Tweaked
SPCX•SpaceX's IPO will raise $75bn at $135 per share for a $1.77tn valuation, making it the largest in history and among the world’s top ten firms. Nasdaq and FTSE Russell have fast-tracked its index eligibility—ensuring automatic inclusion in broad index funds and 401(k)s—while S&P 500 awaits profit and float thresholds.
1. IPO Details
SpaceX is launching a $75bn IPO with shares priced at $135 each, implying a total company valuation of $1.77tn and ranking it among the top ten global firms by market capitalization.
2. Index Eligibility Changes
Both Nasdaq and FTSE Russell have adjusted their listing requirements to fast-track SpaceX’s inclusion, whereas S&P 500 rules still mandate proof of profitability, a minimum public float and a waiting period before adding the stock.
3. Investor Impact
Automatic inclusion in broad-based index funds and 401(k) retirement plans will drive passive demand for shares from day one, potentially boosting liquidity and tying everyday investors directly to SpaceX’s performance.
