SpaceX Stock Hits New Closing Low Ahead of Earnings Report
SpaceX (SPCX) closed at a new low on Friday, down 3.4% to $108.37 as the stock experienced significant volatility ahead of its first earnings report since going public and an upcoming share unlock event scheduled for August 6. The stock has fallen roughly 50% from its all-time high in June and is now about 30% below its initial offering price. Investors are concerned that a large influx of newly available shares could further pressure the stock. In addition to market concerns, there are ongoing merger discussions between SpaceX and Tesla (TSLA), with reports indicating executives are evaluating how to handle Tesla's China operations in such a scenario. Analysts also highlighted growing capital expenditures at SpaceX, which are expected to rise sharply over the next few years, raising questions about long-term returns on investment.

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