SpaceX lifts off in record Wall Street debut

Author: news24.comPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: United States

Business & EconomyTechnology

SpaceX lifts off in record Wall Street debut

SpaceX made its Wall Street debut with a record valuation, marking the largest initial public offering in history. Elon Musk, founder and CEO of SpaceX, spoke via video before the ringing of the opening bell at the Nasdaq. The event attracted global investor attention, highlighting confidence in the private space sector.

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