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Raising $75 billion while selling under 5% of SpaceX alters traditional IPO dynamics by focusing on attaining very high valuations with minimal dilution of ownership and control. This approach is part of a strategy to position SpaceX as a major player on public markets without substantially altering the internal governance structure or ownership distribution. Elon Musk retains significant voting power, reportedly 82.4%, ensuring he continues to guide the company's strategic vision as it integrates more complex AI and space-data elements following its merger with xAI [3]. This kind of stock market debut shifts the IPO from merely being a capital-raising mechanism to an event that cements the company’s valuation in public perception, despite its substantial cash burn and reliance on long-term growth narratives [1], [2]. Additionally, SpaceX's planned IPO at a $1.77 trillion valuation emphasizes setting a historical precedent for size and valuation, which effectively positions Elon Musk to become the world's first trillionaire [3].