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Space rockets, satellites, data centers and Grok: What's the right S&P sector index for SpaceX?
What S&P Sector is SpaceX likely to be in once it launches on the public markets.
TL;DR
- SpaceX is preparing for an IPO with a target valuation of $1.75 trillion.
- Investors may be able to invest indirectly by buying S&P Sector and Industry Indexes where SpaceX is placed.
- S&P Global and MSCI determine sector and industry classifications based on revenue, earnings, and market perception.
- SpaceX's revenue comes from space launches, Starlink internet services, and its AI business (xAI), including data centers.
- Starlink's significant revenue makes the Communication Services Sector a likely destination.
- The company's space and defense operations could also place it in the Industrials sector.