SpaceX Targets Mid-to-Late 2026 IPO with $1.5 Trillion Valuation Ambitions
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- IPO Timeline Confirmation: SpaceX is actively preparing for an initial public offering targeted for mid-to-late 2026, a timeline confirmed by Elon Musk, which is expected to be the most consequential IPO of the decade.
- Valuation Target: SpaceX aims for a valuation of $1.5 trillion, which, if realized, would surpass Saudi Aramco's 2019 listing scale, setting a new benchmark for public offerings while seeking to raise over $30 billion in fresh capital.
- Use of Proceeds: A significant portion of the IPO proceeds is expected to fund orbital data center initiatives, a space-based infrastructure designed to support high-intensity AI workloads, further solidifying SpaceX's strategic position at the intersection of space, energy, and AI.
- Market Impact: The prospect of a SpaceX IPO has already impacted the aerospace and satellite ecosystem, with publicly traded peers like Rocket Lab and EchoStar seeing share gains of 4% to 12%, as analysts believe this listing could reshape capital markets and elevate the space economy's role in global finance.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
