Key facts
- SpaceX's market capitalization exceeded $2.2 trillion following its Nasdaq debut.
- The company's stock surged 30% in early trading after its IPO.
- Retail traders debated the valuation, with some calling it a 'mega bubble' and others expressing confidence in its market position.
- Elon Musk was compared to P.T. Barnum by some traders critical of SpaceX's promises.
SpaceX made its debut on the Nasdaq, with its stock surging 30% in early trading and pushing its market capitalization above $2.2 trillion. The offering courted retail traders, setting aside more shares than usual at the IPO price. This move has sparked a significant debate among online traders regarding the company's valuation. Some, like Uday Kotak, questioned whether the IPO represents a bet on humanity's future or a 'mega bubble.'