Key facts
- SpaceX stock debuted on the Nasdaq on June 12, 2026, opening at $150 and closing the first day at $160.95.
- Retail investors have net bought $369.8 million in SpaceX shares over the first three trading days.
- SpaceX's market capitalization reached $2.1 trillion on its first day and was approaching $2.9 trillion by Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
- The stock was up another 10% in premarket trading on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
- SpaceX was the most-bought stock by retail investors for two consecutive sessions.
SpaceX stock has experienced a significant surge in retail investor interest since its public debut on the Nasdaq on June 12, 2026. In the first three days of trading, retail investors collectively bought $369.8 million worth of SpaceX shares, demonstrating a strong preference for the newly listed company.
On its debut day, SpaceX opened at $150 per share and closed at $160.95, reflecting a 19.2% increase from its initial offering price and instantly valuing the company at $2.1 trillion. By Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the stock was poised for further gains, with premarket trading indicating an opening price above $200 and a market capitalization approaching $2.9 trillion.
SpaceX has topped the leaderboard for the most-bought stock by retail investors for two consecutive sessions. Data from Vanda Research indicates that retail investors are concentrating their buying activity on SpaceX, while maintaining a more cautious approach to the broader market. This focused investment strategy highlights the significant appeal of SpaceX among individual investors.
The company officially priced its stock at $135 per share on June 11, offering 555.6 million shares and valuing SpaceX at $1.78 trillion at the time of pricing.