Elon Musk Has a Dire Warning for SpaceX Stock Short Sellers
SpaceX shares face intense market pressure as the company hits new lows following its IPO, prompting warnings from Elon Musk directed at short sellers.
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SpaceX stock has experienced a sustained decline, recording seven consecutive days of losses and dropping 45% from its all-time high. The company's market valuation is currently under scrutiny, with reports characterizing the IPO as one of the worst in recent years. Bets against the company have reportedly grown to 32% of the float.
Coverage from Yahoo Finance, CNBC, Business Insider, Barron's, and Benzinga emphasizes the volatility following the company's public debut. Outlets have highlighted concerns regarding the company's valuation and the performance of its stock compared to historic IPO trends. Financial advisors are reportedly urging caution for those holding or considering positions in the stock.
Observers are tracking the ongoing confrontation between institutional short sellers and comments made by Elon Musk. Investors are also monitoring whether the stock price will stabilize or if further declines will occur as market participants evaluate the company’s long-term financial prospects.
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You bought SpaceX shares at the IPO price Yahoo Finance · 55d ago broke it first
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What History Says About Buying Broken IPOs Yahoo Finance · 55d ago broke it first
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SpaceX stock is treading water as Elon's other company — Tesla Yahoo Finance · 55d ago broke it first
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The Cold, Hard Facts About SpaceX’s Value Are Hiding in Plain Sight Yahoo Finance · 55d ago broke it first
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SpaceX Stock Closes At Fresh Low After Seven Straight Days Of Losses Yahoo Finance · 55d ago broke it first
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SpaceX Is Down 45% From Its All-Time High, and the Pain Is Just Beginning for Shareholders Yahoo Finance · 55d ago broke it first
Questions people are asking
What is the current status of SpaceX stock?
As of July 21, 2026, the stock has closed at a fresh low following seven straight days of losses and is down 45% from its all-time high.
How many shares are currently being shorted?
According to reports from CNBC, bets against SpaceX have grown to 32% of the float.
What is the current valuation of SpaceX?
Coverage from Seeking Alpha identifies a valuation of $1.6 trillion, while also questioning the stability of this figure.
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