SpaceX's first day of trading rises nearly 20%! How to invest in SpaceX through Gate?

Over the past few years, SpaceX has consistently held a prominent position on the list of "Unlisted Giants" that garner the most attention in the global capital markets. From the Starlink satellite network to commercial spaceflight operations, and to the potential of AI infrastructure, SpaceX has long been regarded as one of the most promising technology companies with high growth potential.

As SPCX officially enters the capital markets, this company, which had long remained in the private equity space, finally opens up to a broader range of investors. More noteworthy than the IPO itself is that around SpaceX, the market is seeing the emergence of various asset forms, including real stocks, stock CFDs, and tokenized stocks. For an increasing number of users active in both crypto markets and traditional finance, having one company associated with multiple investment methods is becoming a new trend.

Why SpaceX IPO Will Be One of the Most Watched Capital Market Events of 2026

Before going public, SpaceX was already considered one of the highest-valued unlisted tech companies globally. Over the past few years, with the continuous growth of Starlink users, expansion of commercial spaceflight, and progress on the Starship project, the market has maintained a high level of interest in SpaceX’s long-term growth potential.

Meanwhile, the rapid development of the AI industry chain has prompted the market to reassess the importance of satellite communications, data transmission, and infrastructure. More investors are beginning to see SpaceX as a super-platform spanning space, communications, and AI infrastructure, rather than just a rocket company.

This layered narrative has also made the SpaceX IPO one of the most watched events in the global capital markets in recent years.

SPCX’s Nearly 20% Rise on Its First Day of Trading — What Is the Market Really Trading?

SpaceX priced its IPO at $135 per share and listed on NASDAQ under the ticker SPCX. On the first day, the opening price was about $150, with a peak exceeding $176 during trading, and it closed at approximately $160.95, representing an increase of about 19% from the offering price.

On the surface, the market appears to be chasing a newly listed star company, but deeper reasons reveal that investors are actually trading multiple long-term growth narratives.

On one hand, Starlink has become one of the world’s largest low-earth orbit satellite internet networks; on the other hand, SpaceX still holds clear advantages in commercial spaceflight, government contracts, and deep space exploration. Meanwhile, with the rapid growth of AI data centers and global communication demands, more institutions are beginning to see SpaceX as an essential part of future digital infrastructure.

Therefore, the strong performance on the first day of SPCX’s listing reflects not only short-term market sentiment but also a re-pricing of the future value of technological infrastructure by capital.

Why Is a Single Company’s Listing Giving Rise to Multiple “SpaceX Assets”?

In the past, investors typically participated in a company through a single method: buying stocks.

But with the development of real-world assets (RWA) and on-chain finance, the same company is beginning to generate different forms of assets. Around SpaceX, several products have already emerged in the market:

• SPCX real stocks;
• SPCX stock CFDs;
• SPCXX (xStocks);
• SPCXON (Ondo Global Markets).

This shift indicates that stock assets are evolving from a single-layer structure into a multi-layer structure.

Different products are not simply substitutes but serve different needs. Long-term investors seek real stock ownership; traders focus more on price fluctuations; on-chain users want assets to enter wallets and DeFi ecosystems.

In a sense, the diversification of asset forms is becoming an important reflection of the integration between traditional capital markets and digital asset markets.

Real Stocks, CFDs, and Tokenized Stocks Serve Different Needs

Although all these products revolve around SpaceX, their underlying logic varies.

For long-term investors, real stocks remain the closest to traditional equity investments.

Stock CFDs emphasize price volatility and are suitable for short-term trading strategies. Compared to real stocks, CFDs do not require actual ownership of the underlying assets and support two-way trading.

The emergence of SPCXX and SPCXON represents two different approaches in the tokenized stock market. The former leans toward price tracking and on-chain liquidity, while the latter aims to replicate a more complete economic rights structure.

This means that the same company is simultaneously meeting the needs of traditional investors, traders, and on-chain users.

Why Might Tokenized Stocks Become a New Growth Driver in the U.S. Stock Market?

Compared to traditional stocks that can only exist within brokerage accounts, tokenized stocks offer greater composability.

In an on-chain environment, stock assets can enter wallets, trading platforms, lending protocols, and more DeFi applications. Stocks are no longer just static holdings but begin to exhibit liquidity features similar to digital assets.

In recent years, the development of stablecoins, tokenized government bonds, and private equity fund tokens has made real-world assets an increasingly important direction in the crypto industry.

From this perspective, the emergence of SPCXX and SPCXON not only introduces two new SpaceX products but also signifies that traditional stocks are gradually entering on-chain capital markets.

In the future, more global assets may undergo similar evolution.

How Can Gate Help You Invest in SpaceX?

For users accustomed to digital assets, asset allocation methods are changing.

In the past, if you wanted to invest in both crypto assets and U.S. stocks, you often had to switch between exchanges, bank accounts, and traditional brokerages. But with the development of multi-asset platforms, different types of products are increasingly integrated into a unified system.

Around SpaceX, Gate has already formed a product matrix that covers different needs.

Real Stocks

For long-term investors, Gate supports real stock trading. Users can participate in SPCX stock investments using USDT and receive corresponding economic rights, including cash dividends, stock dividends, and corporate actions like stock splits.

Stock CFDs

For traders focused on price movements, stock CFDs offer a more flexible trading approach. Users do not need to hold the stocks themselves and can participate in opportunities from price rises or falls.

SPCXX

SPCXX belongs to the xStocks ecosystem, emphasizing on-chain liquidity and price exposure. For users wishing to incorporate stock assets into the on-chain ecosystem, SPCXX provides a new option.

SPCXON

SPCXON comes from Ondo Global Markets and is structurally closer to on-chain securities. Besides price performance, SPCXON can also indirectly reflect the economic benefits generated by the underlying assets through reinvestment mechanisms.

This multi-product system means investors are no longer limited to a single market but can freely switch between real stocks, derivatives, and on-chain assets based on their needs.

From One Stock to Four Asset Forms, SpaceX Is Witnessing a New Change in Capital Markets

From SPCX stocks to stock CFDs, then to SPCXX and SPCXON, SpaceX is becoming a typical case of the integration of traditional capital markets and on-chain finance.

In the past, a company was associated with a single asset; today, the same company can exist simultaneously in multiple forms—real stocks, derivatives, and tokenized securities.

This shift reflects not just an increase in product variety but a fundamental change in the structure of capital markets. As real-world assets continue to enter blockchain networks, future asset forms are likely to become more diverse, and multi-asset allocation may become an increasingly popular choice among investors.

FAQ

What is SpaceX’s stock ticker?

SpaceX’s stock ticker is SPCX. It officially listed on NASDAQ in 2026 and has become one of the most watched IPOs in recent years.

How did SPCX perform on its first day?

SPCX rose about 19% on its first day. The opening price was around $150, with a peak exceeding $176, and it closed at approximately $160.95.

How can I invest in SpaceX through Gate?

Gate supports participation in SpaceX assets through real stocks, stock CFDs, and tokenized stocks. Different products suit different investment needs.

What are the differences between SPCXX and SPCXON?

Both SPCXX and SPCXON provide exposure related to SpaceX equity, but their scope of economic rights differs. SPCXX emphasizes price tracking, while SPCXON can indirectly reflect the economic benefits generated by the underlying assets.

Why are more stocks starting to have tokenized products?

Tokenized stocks can improve asset liquidity and composability. As real-world assets develop, more traditional financial assets are entering the on-chain ecosystem.