Nearly one in three investors in the United Kingdom have expressed interest in purchasing shares of SpaceX when the company goes public on the New York Stock Exchange, according to recent research. The aerospace manufacturer and space transportation firm, founded and led by Elon Musk, recently announced plans for its initial public offering (IPO), which could potentially value the company at approximately £1.3 trillion. If realized, this valuation would mark the largest public flotation in history.

The data, gathered by the research organization Norstat, indicates that about 30 percent of UK investors intend to buy SpaceX shares once they become available. Notably, enthusiasm for the upcoming IPO is much higher among younger investors. The survey found that 72 percent of respondents aged between 18 and 34 plan to invest in SpaceX, while only 8 percent of investors aged over 55 share this interest.

SpaceX’s anticipated IPO has generated significant excitement in the financial markets due to the company's rapid growth and advancements in space technology, including reusable rockets and satellite internet services. However, the variance in investor interest across age groups highlights differing approaches to risk tolerance and investment strategies.

The company’s valuation and the decision to list on the New York market reflect its ambitions to further expand its commercial aerospace operations, including satellite deployment, space tourism, and interplanetary transportation. While the IPO has not yet been formally scheduled, investor attention remains high as SpaceX moves toward its public offering stage.