The Joy of Missing Out on SpaceX Shares

Elon Musk might soon become a trillionaire. Many employees at SpaceX could gain substantial wealth from the company’s initial public offering (IPO). Individual investors are eager to buy shares at the $135 opening price. The demand is so high that some brokers are running lotteries for these shares.

Do you feel fear of missing out? It’s common, but it’s worth considering the joy of missing out. Avoiding the frenzy can be rewarding.

Brokers like SoFi offer different views on whether to participate in IPOs. In 2024, they described efforts to give some indirect access to SpaceX through private-market funds as ’empowering.’ In 2025, they advised on ‘How to Avoid FOMO Trading.’

For those diving in, flipping shares for immediate profit is possible. Buying at $135 and selling higher could work, provided there aren’t lockup periods or penalties. But significant risk accompanies potential gains.

Long-term investors may face challenges. The price-to-sales ratio of SpaceX is exceptionally high. Morningstar values the stock at $63. If analysts are right, missing out on the $135 price won’t be regrettable.