Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock(SPCX)

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1-STAR RATING
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09/24/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SPCX

09/24/2026: SPCX (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is a prominent aerospace company that has established a leading position in orbital launch services and global satellite internet via its Starlink constellation. The company's primary strength lies in its vertical integration and reusable rocket technology, which provide a significant cost advantage. Its growth story is centered on the ongoing expansion of Starlink and the development of the Starship system for heavy-lift missions. Key risks include high capital requirements, execution challenges in new tech, and potential regulatory hurdles. This company is best suited for long-term growth investors; key developments to monitor include Starship progress and Starlink subscriber growth.

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Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company's focus on disrupting space access and global internet makes it a high-growth prospect.
Momentum investorMixed fitGrowth is driven by long-term technological milestones rather than short-term market trends.
Value investorWeak fitThe valuation is based on speculative future market share rather than traditional earnings metrics.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and prioritizes capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe aerospace and space exploration sector is inherently volatile and capital-intensive.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe sector is subject to intense market sentiment and high-stakes technical outcomes.
Valuation riskHighHigh private valuations depend on successful execution of long-term milestones.
Competition risk (Space launch)MediumEmerging low-cost providers could eventually impact market pricing.
Business qualityStrongThe company has a history of high-quality engineering and successful mission delivery.
Dividend incomeLow / noneIncome investors will not find yield here as cash is reinvested.
Execution riskHighStarship development requires constant technical innovation and failure tolerance.

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -1.89%
Avg. Invested days 7
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
SPCX receives a 3-star rating, supported by strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SPCX has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid revenue growth (+33.2%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-724.1%), soft cash generation (FCF margin -74.7%), soft profitability (net margin -26.4%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SPCX's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 10.4%). Overall financial-health metrics support a 3-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is SPCX's strongest growth driver at +33.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-724.1%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-159.0%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 48.3% and approximately 48.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 12.73% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Alphabet Inc 4.18%
Valor Management LLC 3.82%
PUBLIC INVESTMENT FUND 1.17%
D1 Capital Partners L.P. 0.96%
NVIDIA Corp 0.93%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SPCX generates approximately $494 of gross profit, $-139 of operating income, and $-747 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -17.02% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SPCX has a large-cap, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap Stability

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.96T USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 222.42
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 222.42
Volume (30-day avg) 88.8M shares
Beta -
52 Weeks Range 104.83 - 225.64
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 104.83 - 225.64
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.09

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Launch ServicesLaunching satellites and cargo for commercial and government clients using Falcon 9.The company earns revenue by acting as a reliable, lower-cost space transport provider.
Satellite CommunicationsStarlink monthly service fees from global individual and enterprise customers.This segment provides recurring revenue through global internet service subscriptions.
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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 208.33
Enterprise Value 1.98T
Price to Sales(TTM) 84.87
Enterprise Value 1.98T
Price to Sales(TTM) 84.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 85.89
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 523.87
Shares Outstanding 7.70B
Shares Floating 3.70B
Shares Outstanding 7.70B
Shares Floating 3.70B
Percent Insiders 12.73
Percent Institutions 48.31

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Financial Metrics

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Starbase, TX, United States
IPO Launch date 2026-06-12
Founder & CEO Mr. Elon R. Musk
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
Full time employees 21000
Full time employees 21000

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. provides satellite-based broadband services in the United States, Ireland, Canada, and internationally. It operates through three operating segments: Space, Connectivity, and AI. The Space segment designs, manufactures, and launches reusable rockets to provide access to space. It also provides launch services for the deployment of payloads to intended orbits for commercial and government customers utilizing Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy; and engages in the launch and development for the development of spacecraft and the provision of launch and mission services for government agency space programs utilizing Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, Starship, and Dragon. Its company's Connectivity segment operates broadband data and communications network by various Starlink satellites in low-earth orbit, delivering connectivity to various consumers, enterprise, and government customers. The company's AI segment operates a vertically integrated AI platform spanning a frontier LLM Grok; AI solutions for consumer and enterprise customers; X, a real-time information, entertainment, and free speech platform; and AI computational infrastructure. Space Exploration Technologies Corp. was incorporated in 2002 and is based in Starbase, Texas.