SpaceX priced 555.6 million shares at $135 and raised about $75 billion, surpassing Saudi Aramco's previous record. The stock opened at $150 and closed the first day at $160.95, implying a market capitalisation of roughly $2.1 trillion. About 30% of the offering was reserved for retail investors.
Why it matters
SpaceX's IPO is historic in size, but the offering price is only the opening chapter. The following stock moves are part of the same story.
What investors should watch
The market still has to decide whether Starlink, launches and future projects justify a multi-trillion-dollar valuation.
This article is market context, not investment advice and not a promise of returns. It highlights where capital is moving, which companies are reaching the next stage, and which risks should be checked before any decision.
Source: techcrunch.com