Elon Musk, the CEO of both Tesla and SpaceX, has confirmed that SpaceX is moving towards an Initial Public Offering (IPO), putting to rest the speculation that has surrounded the company for months. Musk made the announcement in a casual reply to a post by Ars Technica’s Eric Berger on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “As usual, Eric is accurate.” This brief comment marks the clearest signal yet that SpaceX is preparing to go public.
Although Musk did not provide a specific timeline, many experts are predicting that the IPO could take place as early as 2026. SpaceX’s rapid progress—ranging from the growth of its Starlink satellite network to the development of its Starship program—has fueled widespread anticipation for the company’s public debut, with some analysts even forecasting a valuation that could surpass one trillion dollars. This optimism is largely driven by SpaceX’s stable revenue streams from Starlink’s broadband services and the increasing demand for space-related infrastructure.
Musk also hinted at potential opportunities for Tesla shareholders to purchase SpaceX shares when the company eventually goes public. While the details remain unclear, this statement suggests that Musk is considering ways to reward loyal Tesla investors who have supported his ventures over the years.
With Musk now confirming SpaceX’s IPO plans, the spotlight shifts to the timing and structure of the offering. The big question is whether SpaceX’s public debut will have a transformative impact on the space industry in the same way that Tesla’s IPO revolutionized the electric vehicle market.
