SpaceX Stock Under Heavy Pressure: Can Elon Musk Defy the Short Sellers?
Elon Muskโs SpaceX is facing a major reality check in the public market. After a spectacular debut on Nasdaq that saw the stock peak above $200, SpaceX shares have officially crashed below their initial IPO price of $135, wiping out nearly one-third of the company's market value.
Bearish sentiment is hitting hard as short sellers aggressively pile into the stock. Latest data shows short interest soaring to nearly 185 million sharesโrepresenting a massive 29% of the public float.
๐ Key Market Metrics at a Glance:
IPO Price: $135
Peak Price: $200+
Current Status: Trading below $135 (Roughly 33% drop from peak)
Short Interest: 185M shares (29% of tradable float)
Elon Musk Remains Bullish
Despite the brutal sell-off and high market volatility, Elon Musk remains characteristically unfazed. Brushing off the bears, Musk boldly claimed that SpaceX could one day be worth "more than Earth itself.
Whatโs Next for SpaceX? (Key Catalysts to Watch)
Investors and traders are now bracing for high volatility ahead, keeping a close eye on two major upcoming events:
August Share Unlock: A massive wave of shares will become eligible for trading, which could trigger more price movements.
Delayed Starship Test Flight: After being scrubbed, the timing of the next crucial Starship launch remains uncertain but will be a make-or-break catalyst.
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