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SpaceX IPO Creates Paper Millionaires Amid Sharp Stock Volatility and Selling Restrictions
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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By קובי ברקת
First reported by Ynet · Jul 14, 2026
What happened
SpaceX's IPO created thousands of paper millionaires among employees as the stock price fluctuated sharply, but selling restrictions and concentration risks limit immediate financial gains.
- 01SpaceX's IPO created thousands of paper millionaires among employees and executives.
- 02The stock price opened at $150, peaked at $225, then fell to about $145.
- 03Employees typically hold around 6,500 shares, causing large value swings in their holdings.
- 04Most employees can initially sell only 20% of their shares, with full access after 180 days.
- 05Many employees' wealth is heavily concentrated in SpaceX stock, posing financial risks.
- 06External investors face challenges due to indirect shareholding structures.
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