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SpaceX IPO may suck oxygen from market before unleashing broad capital surge

SpaceX IPO Could Reshape Space Investment, But Smaller Firms May Feel the Squeeze First

Space investors anticipate that SpaceX's planned 2026 IPO -- potentially valuing the company above $1.5 trillion -- will ultimately flood the sector with capital, but not before pulling attention away from smaller competitors.

Key Takeaways

SpaceX IPO could value company above $1.5 trillion this summer
Smaller space firms risk short-term capital drought during run-up

DT Editorial Team·Feb 12, 2026·3 min read·via spacenews.com

Space Startup Investment Hits Post-SPAC High Without VC

Space startup funding hit its highest level since the SPAC boom, driven by government contracts, corporate deals, and sovereign wealth over VC.

Key Takeaways

Space startup funding hit $4.3 billion in Q1 2026, the highest since the SPAC frenzy, but VC now accounts for under 28%
Government contracts and grants represent the largest funding category at 34%, surpassing traditional venture capital

DT Editorial Team·Feb 11, 2026·5 min read·via spacenews.com