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Short sellers bet against SpaceX as stock drops

Published Thursday, July 16, 2026

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  • Financial Performance and Short Selling2 sources

Media Analysis

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Short sellers are actively betting against SpaceX, with approximately 185 million shares sold short, representing 29% of the publicly tradable float. These short sellers have collectively made an estimated $8.7 billion in paper profit since SpaceX's IPO, as the stock has fallen back to its initial offering price.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Approximately 185 million SpaceX shares are currently sold short, accounting for about 29% of the company's publicly tradable float.
  • Short sellers targeting SpaceX shares have accumulated an estimated $8.7 billion in paper profit since the company's IPO last month.
  • SpaceX's stock has retreated back to its IPO price, contributing to the profits for short sellers.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Financial Performance and Short Selling
  • CNBC

    The article focuses on the financial performance of SpaceX's stock, highlighting the increase in short selling and the impact of lockup schedules on its market valuation.

  • Channel News Asia

    Short sellers have accumulated an estimated $8.7 billion in paper profit as SpaceX's stock has fallen below its initial public offering price, according to Ortex Technologies. The company's shares have been volatile, with nearly half of its tradable shares now out on loan, largely due to short selling.

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