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Exclusive: Musk rewrites IPO playbook with large slice of SpaceX stock for retail investors, source says

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Elon Musk is discussing allocating up to 30% of SpaceX's IPO to individual investors — about three times the typical retail slice — to rely on his fan base and loyal backers to help steady the stock after debut. The unusually large retail tranche could materially boost demand and reduce early sell pressure, improving aftermarket stability, while constraining supply for institutions and potentially affecting price discovery. Reported by a person familiar with the matter; terms and confirmation remain pending.

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Elon Musk is discussing allocating up to 30% of SpaceX's IPO to individual investors — about three times the typical retail slice — to rely on his fan base and loyal backers to help steady the stock after debut. The unusually large retail tranche could materially boost demand and reduce early sell pressure, improving aftermarket stability, while constraining supply for institutions and potentially affecting price discovery. Reported by a person familiar with the matter; terms and confirmation remain pending.

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