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SpaceX debuts on Nasdaq with $75 billion IPO at $135 a share

SpaceX, Elon Musk's space exploration company, made its debut on the Nasdaq exchange on June 12 with the largest initial public offering (IPO) in history, valued at $75 billion.

SpaceX, Elon Musk's space exploration company, made its debut on the Nasdaq exchange on June 12 with the largest initial public offering (IPO) in history, valued at $75 billion. The shares were priced at $135 each, marking a significant milestone for the company and potentially elevating Musk to trillionaire status, according to livemint.com.

The IPO pricing was confirmed on June 11, with Morgan Stanley playing a key role in the process. The company's listing on Wall Street attracted substantial attention due to its size and Musk's high profile. The debut was described as a blockbuster market event, reflecting strong investor demand and confidence in SpaceX's future prospects, as reported by livemint.com.

This IPO stands out as the biggest-ever US initial public offering, underscoring the growing investor appetite for space and technology ventures. SpaceX's public listing follows a trend of high-profile tech companies going public, and it positions the company alongside other major players in the aerospace and technology sectors. The deal's scale highlights the expanding market for space-related investments, according to livemint.com.

SpaceX's shares began trading on the Nasdaq exchange on June 12, 2026. The company’s debut is expected to influence valuations and investor interest in the aerospace sector, with the $75 billion valuation setting a new benchmark for space industry companies, per livemint.com.

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