Billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed plans for the first initial public offering of SpaceX in a conversation with Ars Technica’s space journalist Eric Berger. «As usual, Eric is right», responded Musk to Berger’s post, which referenced an Ars Technica article about SpaceX’s stock market ambitions and added: «That’s why I think SpaceX will soon go public».
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Reuters and Bloomberg News earlier reported that SpaceX plans to raise over $25 billion through an IPO in 2026, potentially increasing the rocket manufacturer’s market capitalization to $1.5 trillion. SpaceX has yet to make an official statement on the matter.
SpaceX’s move to go public could reshape the aerospace industry, drawing immense interest from investors eager to be part of Musk’s ambitious vision for space exploration. The company has revolutionized space travel with its reusable rocket technology, significantly reducing launch costs and setting new precedents for missions, including potential manned Mars explorations.
If successful, the IPO could fund future projects like the Starship, expected to carry out more complex missions in the upcoming years. With continuous advancements, SpaceX exemplifies innovation in aerospace, creating a ripple effect that encourages competitors and new players to elevate their efforts and contributions to space technology.
