{
  "id": 221713,
  "title": "SpaceX shares slip as lockup expiry adds to post-IPO woes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/spacex-shares-slip-as-lockup-expiry-adds-to-post-ipo-woes",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-06T13:45:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/spacex-shares-slip-lockup-expiry-adds-post-ipo-woes-6304076"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 6, SpaceX's stock experienced a surge in trading activity following the expiry of lockup restrictions. The company's shares climbed 1.4% to $109.86, with over $23 billion worth of shares changing hands, marking its busiest trading session since its Nasdaq 100 debut on July 7. Despite being the largest U.S. IPO, SpaceX only made available around 5% of its shares for trading. However, a series of restrictions on additional stock sales by insiders, employees, and early investors began lifting, starting with the release of 911.5 million shares on Thursday from rank-and-file employees and some early investors. This move will increase the company's float of potentially tradeable shares to 40% of the company by December 8's expiry. The remaining 60%, including Elon Musk's stake, will remain locked until mid-2027. SpaceX's shares have faced a downward trend since its debut, with a 14% drop on Wednesday following a quarterly report highlighting the company's substantial operating losses and plans for significant spending on AI infrastructure. Investors view approaching lockup expirations as a potential driver for share price declines, as insiders may sell to lock in profits or invest elsewhere, though they are not obligated to do so. The increase in available shares is expected to maintain elevated volatility despite the potential for heavy selling. SpaceX now confronts a critical phase, having recently seen its shares trade below their IPO price for three consecutive weeks, marking a significant drop from its peak valuation of close to $3 trillion in June. High AI expenses, detailed in the company's initial earnings report after going public, have fueled concerns over data center and chip costs. The retreat has placed SpaceX underperforming compared to other tech stocks, with its shares down more than a quarter since its debut, while the tech-focused Nasdaq Composite has gained roughly 2%. Even proponents of SpaceX argue it presents a unique investment opportunity, with CEO Micah Walter-Range highlighting the company's efficiency in launch and satellite technology, which it is now applying to AI infrastructure. Some investors remain bullish on SpaceX's long-term potential, believing the focus should be on its disruptive impact on the industry rather than short-term share price fluctuations.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "SpaceX rebounds from post-earnings slide as investors eye lockup expiry",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/spacex-rebounds-from-post-earnings-slide-as-investors-eye-lockup",
        "published": "2026-08-06T13:45:52.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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