Jakarta, ThedailyID — SpaceX, the private space company founded by Elon Musk, could become one of the world’s most sought-after speculative stocks if it eventually goes public, according to market analysts.
The discussion emerged after SpaceX’s valuation continued to climb in private markets. As a result, investors have increasingly viewed the company as one of the most valuable private firms in the world.
Analysts estimate SpaceX’s valuation has surpassed US$400 billion, placing it among the largest privately held companies globally. The company has attracted strong investor interest thanks to its dominance in commercial space launches and satellite internet services.
Moreover, SpaceX continues to expand its Starlink satellite network. The service already operates in dozens of countries and has become a major source of recurring revenue for the company.
Unlike many space startups that still rely heavily on funding, SpaceX generates substantial income from rocket launches, government contracts, and Starlink subscriptions. Consequently, investors see the company as one of the few profitable players in the space industry.
Market observers believe a future initial public offering (IPO) could trigger extraordinary demand. In particular, retail investors who closely follow Musk’s ventures may rush to buy shares once they become available.
The company’s popularity also stems from Musk’s high-profile status. His involvement in companies such as Tesla and X Corp. has often generated significant attention from retail traders and online investing communities.
However, Musk has repeatedly stated that SpaceX does not plan to go public anytime soon. He has argued that the pressures of quarterly earnings reports could interfere with the company’s long-term mission.
Even so, speculation continues to grow as SpaceX expands its operations. The company currently plays a critical role in NASA missions, satellite deployments, and the development of the Starship rocket program.
Meanwhile, some analysts believe Starlink itself could eventually become a separate publicly traded company. Such a move would allow investors to gain exposure to SpaceX’s rapidly growing satellite internet business.
For now, SpaceX remains unavailable to most public investors. Nevertheless, its soaring valuation and Musk’s influence continue to fuel expectations that the company could become one of the most heavily traded stocks if an IPO ever takes place.
