SpaceX began trading on Nasdaq on June 12, 2026, in what has been called "one of the most anticipated listings in recent memory" by a Longbridge spokesperson [1]. The company’s initial public offering (IPO) raised $75 billion, reaching a record valuation of $1.77 trillion [1, 2].
The IPO size figure is confirmed by one source, though two others do not specify it [3, 1, 2]. Tiger Brokers market strategist James Ooi described the space sector as "an emerging theme with relatively few large-scale listed players" [1].
Retail investors eager for exposure to SpaceX and the broader space economy are turning to space-themed exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Options include the ARK Space & Defense Innovation ETF, Tema Space Innovators ETF, and VanEck Space Innovators UCITS ETF [1, 2]. These ETFs offer access to companies involved in space and aerospace industries, said Chua Yi Wen, Singapore head of investment products at DBS’ consumer banking group [1]. Chua added, "If customers wish to gain exposure to SpaceX instead of directly purchasing its shares, some space-related ETFs will have integrated that exposure within their portfolio mix" [2].
Space-themed ETFs have shown varied performance this year. The VanEck Space Innovators UCITS ETF posted a 52.15% year-to-date return. The Tema Space Innovators ETF returned 6.73%, while the ARK Space & Defense Innovation ETF returned 6.71% [1, 2].
Investment professionals caution that ETFs are not a direct substitute for SpaceX shares. The ETFs provide diversification across the sector, which remains relatively small, limiting pure space equity exposure [1, 2].
Following the IPO, a wave of leveraged ETFs tied to SpaceX is set to launch shortly, offering investors additional ways to participate in the company’s future growth [3]. The SpaceX stock debut marks a significant moment for public market access to the space sector.
Shares began trading on Nasdaq on June 12, 2026, completing the IPO process [1, 2].
