SpaceX’s market valuation surpassed $2 trillion as share prices rose this week. The rally precedes the first scheduled orbital test flight of the Starship vehicle on September 22, 2026.
The mission, designated Starship Flight 14, aims to achieve a stable orbit. It will also deploy a new batch of Starlink V3 satellites. This flight marks a transition from suborbital testing to orbital operations.
Investors view the launch as a critical step toward turning Starship into a revenue-generating asset. However, upcoming lockup expirations in late September may introduce volatility. A substantial number of insider shares will become eligible for sale at that time.