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SpaceX Stock Hits New Low Ahead of Earnings

August 1, 2026

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Key Takeaways

SpaceX stock closed at a new low of $108.37.
Stock has shed 30% since market debut.
Lockup expiration on Aug 6 may add supply pressure.
CEO Elon Musk reportedly pushing for SpaceX-Tesla merger.

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Strategic Implications

SpaceX's volatile stock performance may indicate investor concerns about the company's capital expenditures and debt growth, which could impact its ability to generate returns on AI infrastructure investments. A potential merger with Tesla suggests a complex regulatory landscape, which may affect the company's national defense contracts and data access.

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What Happened

Investors Bracing for First Earnings Report and Share Unlock

SpaceX stock experienced a rocky week, closing at a new low of $108.37 ahead of its first earnings report and a major share unlock. The company’s stock has shed approximately 30% since its market debut last month and remains down roughly 50% from its all-time high. CEO Elon Musk is reportedly pushing for a merger between SpaceX and Tesla, which could trigger intense scrutiny from Beijing due to SpaceX’s government and national defense contracts. This development was first reported by Yahoo Finance.

Source | Originally Published: July 31, 2026

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