SpaceX Plans Record-Setting IPO at $135 Per Share, Targeting $75 Billion

SpaceX is reportedly planning a record-setting initial public offering (IPO) at $135 per share, aiming to raise $75 billion and achieve a $1.75 trillion valuation. Investors, including those in China, are scrambling to acquire shares ahead of the public offering.

2 Jun, 14:06 — 3 Jun, 03:00

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Why this matters

SpaceX is a leading private space exploration and satellite internet company, and its IPO is anticipated to be one of the largest in history. This event could significantly impact the aerospace industry, capital markets, and the future funding of ambitious space projects.

Key entitiesSpaceX Elon Musk Wall Street Beijing

The Story

What 11 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

SpaceX is preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO)
The IPO is expected to be a record-setting event
There is significant investor interest in SpaceX shares

Key claims1 agreed · 4 unverified

The SpaceX IPO is expected on June 12.

unverified·hindustan-times

SpaceX plans to price its IPO at $135 per share.

unverified·channel-news-asia

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SpaceX aims for a total valuation of $1.75 trillion, including a greenshoe option.

agreed·die-presseYahoo

SpaceX is negotiating to pay razor-thin fees to Wall Street firms for its IPO.

unverified·advisor-perspectives

Chinese investors are concerned about missing out on the SpaceX IPO due to Beijing's crackdown on overseas share sales.

unverified·FT

Where they diverge

Specifics of the IPO valuation and share price

channel-news-asia

SpaceX plans to price the IPO at $135 per share

die-presseYahoo

SpaceX targets a $1.75 trillion valuation, aiming to raise $75 billion

Concerns regarding the IPO

Chinese investors fear missing out due to a crackdown on overseas share sales

advisor-perspectives

SpaceX is negotiating lower fees with IPO bankers, potentially reducing bank windfalls

Coverage gaps

The expected IPO date of June 12 and the current exclusivity of share purchases to large financial players

Reportedhindustan-times

Missingchannel-news-asianaftemporikiFT+6

SpaceX staffers pushing for VIP terms to maximize their multimillion-dollar windfalls

Reportedbloomberg

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SourceOutletiGeneral editorial lean of the outletStoryiHow they covered this specific storyToneFactuality

Yahoocentercenter-leftanalyticalMostly FactualExclusive report on valuation targets from sources

cnbccentercenter-leftneutralMostly FactualNo direct coverage of the story, irrelevant

Coverage leans: center

The coverage is largely centered, focusing on financial details and market dynamics without significant political framing, though some outlets highlight specific investor concerns or internal company negotiations.

Sources

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bloombergHigh13h ago

SpaceX Staffers Prep for Multimillion-Dollar Windfalls by Pushing for VIP Terms - Bloomberg.com

SpaceX Staffers Prep for Multimillion-Dollar Windfalls by Pushing for VIP Terms Bloomberg.com

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FTVery High8h ago

Chinese investors fear missing out on SpaceX IPO after crackdown

Beijing warns brokers about overseas share sales amid fears of capital flight

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cnbcMostly Factual13h ago

The CFTC has sparked a potential revolution on Wall Street. Exchange stocks are dropping

Investors are worried about increased competition for the traditional exchanges that have long dominated on Wall Street.

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YahooMostly Factual12h ago

Exclusive-SpaceX targets $1.75 trillion valuation including greenshoe option in record IPO, sources say

Read full article →

hindustan-timesMostly Factual2h ago

‘Hype unlike anything seen before’: Before SpaceX IPO goes public, investors scramble to get a piece of share

Until the IPO, which is expected on June 12, the only people who can buy SpaceX shares directly are large financial players such as banks and pension funds

Read full article →

seeking-alphaMixed11h ago

Caterpillar dividend preview: Wall Street expects 33rd straight annual payout increase

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advisor-perspectivesMostly Factual15h ago

SpaceX Wants a Fee Cut From IPO Bankers Targeting $500 Million Windfall

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is negotiating to pay razor-thin fees to Wall Street firms handling its IPO — but banks are still likely to rake in about $500 million from the record-setting market debut.

By Sridhar Natarajan, Kiel Porter

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Coverage Timeline

First report: advisor-perspectives · 2 Jun, 14:06|Full coverage: 11 · 13h|Window: 13h

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advisor-perspectives2 Jun, 14:06First to report

SpaceX Wants a Fee Cut From IPO Bankers Targeting $500 Million Windfall

2h later

cnbc2 Jun, 15:57

The CFTC has sparked a potential revolution on Wall Street. Exchange stocks are dropping

bloomberg2 Jun, 16:12

SpaceX Staffers Prep for Multimillion-Dollar Windfalls by Pushing for VIP Terms - Bloomberg.com

Yahoo2 Jun, 16:31

Exclusive-SpaceX targets $1.75 trillion valuation including greenshoe option in record IPO, sources say

die-presse2 Jun, 17:24

Insider: SpaceX will bei Börsengang 75 Milliarden Dollar einnehmen

seeking-alpha2 Jun, 17:32

Caterpillar dividend preview: Wall Street expects 33rd straight annual payout increase

3h later

FT2 Jun, 21:00

Chinese investors fear missing out on SpaceX IPO after crackdown

naftemporiki2 Jun, 21:00

Νέα ιστορικά υψηλά στη Wall Street παρά τις γεωπολιτικές ανησυχίες για το Ιράν

4h later

channel-news-asia3 Jun, 01:11

Exclusive-SpaceX plans to set IPO price at $135 per share, targeting $75 billion raise, source says

2h later

hindustan-times3 Jun, 03:00

‘Hype unlike anything seen before’: Before SpaceX IPO goes public, investors scramble to get a piece of share

nzz3 Jun, 03:30Latest update

Die Explosion von Jeff Bezos’ Rakete bringt die Mondpläne der Nasa durcheinander. Auch das amerikanische Militär ist besorgt

Story evolution

The narrative evolved from general excitement and valuation targets to more specific financial details like share pricing and internal company dynamics, alongside external regulatory challenges for certain investor groups.

Initial Valuation ReportsJune 2 afternoon

Early reports emerged detailing SpaceX's ambitious valuation targets and the amount it aims to raise.

Banking Fee Negotiations & Staff WindfallsJune 2 afternoon

Details surfaced about SpaceX's negotiations with IPO bankers over fees and internal staff preparing for significant financial gains.

Investor Interest & Geopolitical ConcernsJune 2 evening - June 3 morning

Coverage highlighted intense investor interest and specific concerns, such as Chinese investors facing restrictions.

Specific Pricing DetailsJune 3 early morning

An exclusive report provided a specific per-share price target for the IPO.

SpaceX Plans Record-Setting IPO at $135 Per Share, Targeting $75 Billion

Why this matters

The Story

What sources agree on

Key claims1 agreed · 4 unverified

Where they diverge

Coverage gaps

The Story

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Source Diversity

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Sources

SpaceX Staffers Prep for Multimillion-Dollar Windfalls by Pushing for VIP Terms - Bloomberg.com

Chinese investors fear missing out on SpaceX IPO after crackdown

The CFTC has sparked a potential revolution on Wall Street. Exchange stocks are dropping

Exclusive-SpaceX targets $1.75 trillion valuation including greenshoe option in record IPO, sources say

‘Hype unlike anything seen before’: Before SpaceX IPO goes public, investors scramble to get a piece of share

Caterpillar dividend preview: Wall Street expects 33rd straight annual payout increase

SpaceX Wants a Fee Cut From IPO Bankers Targeting $500 Million Windfall

Coverage Timeline

SpaceX Wants a Fee Cut From IPO Bankers Targeting $500 Million Windfall

The CFTC has sparked a potential revolution on Wall Street. Exchange stocks are dropping

SpaceX Staffers Prep for Multimillion-Dollar Windfalls by Pushing for VIP Terms - Bloomberg.com

Exclusive-SpaceX targets $1.75 trillion valuation including greenshoe option in record IPO, sources say

Insider: SpaceX will bei Börsengang 75 Milliarden Dollar einnehmen

Caterpillar dividend preview: Wall Street expects 33rd straight annual payout increase

Chinese investors fear missing out on SpaceX IPO after crackdown

Νέα ιστορικά υψηλά στη Wall Street παρά τις γεωπολιτικές ανησυχίες για το Ιράν

Exclusive-SpaceX plans to set IPO price at $135 per share, targeting $75 billion raise, source says

‘Hype unlike anything seen before’: Before SpaceX IPO goes public, investors scramble to get a piece of share

Die Explosion von Jeff Bezos’ Rakete bringt die Mondpläne der Nasa durcheinander. Auch das amerikanische Militär ist besorgt

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The Story

What sources agree on

Key claims1 agreed · 4 unverified

Where they diverge

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