"Perhaps 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest IPO years in a while, with Elon Musk's SpaceX reportedly poised to merge with AI firm xAI. Undoubtedly, it's hard to tell when a potential IPO could be, but one thing is almost certain: that demand for a front-row seat to the SpaceX-xAI IPO is going to be out of this world."
"Of course, every day, retail investors who are looking to get in ahead of the pack have some options to get skin in the game on a pre-IPO basis by means of an ETF. But, of course, one will only get a partial stake in the likes of SpaceX or xAI. Still, given the potential for the SpaceX-xAI to excite and hit the ground running once it goes live on the public markets, an ETF may very well be the better way to play"
"The Baron ETFs offer investors a way to gain SpaceX exposure before its IPO launch If you're not just looking for exposure to Elon Musk's private firms, perhaps an ETF such as the Baron First Principles ETF (NYSEARCA:RONB) is the VIP ticket to the show before the rest of the crowd can get a foot in the door. As usual, though, investors might need to pay a bit extra for their early price of admission."
SpaceX and xAI appear poised to merge, potentially making 2026 a major IPO year with exceptionally strong investor demand. Retail investors can pursue pre-IPO exposure through ETFs, which provide a practical route to participate but only deliver partial stakes in private companies. Given the potential for rapid post‑IPO appreciation, ETFs may offer a preferable way to gain early exposure to high-profile new issues. The Baron First Principles ETF (RONB) can provide exposure to SpaceX prior to a public listing, though investors may pay a premium for early access. The combined SpaceX‑xAI entity may draw more enthusiasm from Musk fans than Tesla.
Read at 24/7 Wall St.
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