Three of 4 Market Pros Urge Caution on SpaceX IPO at $2 Trillion Valuation
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Updated · Business Insider · May 29
Three of 4 Market Pros Urge Caution on SpaceX IPO at $2 Trillion Valuation
9 articles · Updated · Business Insider · May 29
Three of four market pros told Business Insider they would not buy SpaceX on its expected mid-June IPO debut, despite heavy retail interest and a reported 30% retail allocation.
Their main objection was valuation and profitability: advisers cited SpaceX's expected $2 trillion market cap, roughly $18 billion in revenue and a nearly $5 billion net loss.
Altug Dincturk argued IPO day is usually the worst time to decide, noting 64% of stocks underperform the market by at least 10% over three years after listing.
The lone bull, Rob Arnott, said he would buy for technical reasons rather than fundamentals, betting future inclusion in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 would drive index-fund demand.
The split captures the broader SpaceX debate: bulls see Musk, Starlink and a vast market opportunity, while skeptics want proof of more stable businesses and cash flow.
Is SpaceX's $2 trillion valuation for its proven satellite business or its cash-burning AI gamble?
With most IPO cash pledged to insiders, can SpaceX fund its AI ambitions without diluting new shares?
Inside SpaceX’s $2 Trillion IPO: Valuation Debate, AI Ambitions, and Investor Risks
Overview
SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO on Nasdaq this summer, aiming for a valuation over $2 trillion and seeking to raise up to $75 billion. This unprecedented move is expected to deliver major returns for Elon Musk and early investors, drawing comparisons to landmark events like the breakup of Standard Oil. Despite the excitement, SpaceX faces challenges, including a $5 billion loss last year and a valuation that is over 100 times its sales. The IPO’s scale and ambition are set to reshape capital markets, but investors are urged to weigh the risks alongside the potential rewards.