SpaceX’s $2.1T Debut Meets Defense Tailwinds and Rival Delays
Saturday, June 13, 2026 · 11 min
SpaceX IPO trading pushed SPCX near a $2.1 trillion valuation after a record $75 billion raise, while Japan’s retail tranche, Golden Dome contracts, and Blue Origin’s New Glenn setback sharpen the market’s view of SpaceX’s growth moat.
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SpaceX IPO trading pushed SPCX near a $2.1 trillion valuation after a record $75 billion raise, while Japan’s retail tranche, Golden Dome contracts, and Blue Origin’s New Glenn setback sharpen the market’s view of SpaceX’s growth moat.
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- SpaceX stock jumps 19%, closing near $161 after record IPO - CNBC — CNBC
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