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Musk Confirms SpaceX Is Preparing a 2026 IPO

Musk’s acknowledgment points to a 2026 listing at a trillion‑dollar‑plus value fueled by Starlink growth.

Overview

  • SpaceX and banks have discussed launching the offering in mid to late 2026 with the timeline possibly slipping into 2027, according to Bloomberg and Reuters.
  • Reports indicate the IPO could raise more than $25–$30 billion at a valuation reaching up to about $1.5 trillion.
  • Recent secondary share pricing near $420 a share has implied a private valuation around $800 billion.
  • Estimates project revenue of roughly $15 billion in 2025 and $22–$24 billion in 2026, driven primarily by the Starlink satellite internet business.
  • Sources say proceeds would help fund space‑based data centers and purchases of AI chips as analysts warn that Starship and Mars ambitions could add volatility for new shareholders.