It could be the biggest stock market debut in history — and it's not just about rockets. SpaceX, Elon Musk's private spacefaring company, is preparing for an initial public offering that analysts say could value the firm at a staggering $1.75 trillion, igniting intense interest from investors around the world.
The podcast Power Players, hosted by Rahul Tandon and Will Bain in the UK and Michelle Fleury in New York, dedicated its latest episode to unpacking what the SpaceX IPO means — and whether the company can live up to the hype. In a programme titled 'SpaceX IPO: Preparing for the biggest liftoff yet?', the team described the listing as 'one of the most anticipated stock market debuts in history'.
“SpaceX's IPO could value the firm at $1.75 trillion, drawing intense global investor interest.”
But the question hanging over the launch is whether this is Elon Musk's greatest triumph or his biggest gamble yet. The company, which has already revolutionised space travel with reusable rockets and the Starlink satellite network, now faces the scrutiny of public markets. Its sprawling operations span satellite internet, lunar landers and Starship missions to Mars, but turning that ambition into sustainable profit remains a challenge.
For investors, the allure is clear: a chance to own a piece of a company that has repeatedly defied convention. Yet the $1.75 trillion valuation — if realised — would place SpaceX among the most valuable companies on earth, demanding flawless execution from Musk and his team.
The episode, which aired on 11 June 2026, is part of the weekly Power Players show. Producer Rebecca Smyllie invited listeners to email the team at businessdaily@bbc.co.uk. The BBC's coverage reflects the global fascination with a company that has made space feel closer than ever — but whose biggest test may still lie ahead.