The recent blockbuster initial public offering (IPO) of SpaceX has sparked a significant increase in interest among Indian investors seeking exposure to US equities. Following the space exploration company's market debut, stockbroking platforms facilitating overseas investments reported a sharp rise in activity, with trading volumes jumping by 20-25%.
SpaceX successfully raised $75 billion through its IPO, valuing the company at over $1.7 trillion. The stock debuted at $150 per share, briefly pushing its valuation past the $2 trillion mark and, on paper, making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
Surge in Demand for SpaceX Shares
Data from leading investment platforms highlights the immediate impact of the SpaceX listing. Vested Finance reported that a quarter of all users trading international stocks on its platform since the IPO purchased SpaceX shares, accounting for approximately 15% of its total trading turnover. Overall trading volumes on Vested Finance saw a 22% increase post-listing.
Similarly, IndMoney noted that nearly one-fifth of all trading volumes on its platform on the first day of trading were concentrated in SpaceX shares, despite the stock beginning trading midway through the US session.
Broader Implications for Capital Flows
Market analysts suggest that the excitement surrounding SpaceX could have wider implications for global capital flows. Large, high-profile IPOs like SpaceX's have the potential to divert liquidity from domestic markets as investors reallocate funds from mature local companies to fast-growing, innovation-led businesses listed overseas.
This buying frenzy is also encouraging a new wave of overseas investing among Indians. Industry executives observed a substantial number of new international trading accounts being opened in the weeks leading up to the SpaceX IPO, with expectations for further growth by the end of the month.
Growing Appetite for International Investing
The enthusiasm for cutting-edge sectors such as artificial intelligence, space technology, and next-generation software companies underpins this trend. Several other high-profile firms, including Stripe, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Databricks, are anticipated to go public in the coming years, creating additional opportunities for global investors.
Under India's Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), resident Indians can invest up to $200,000 overseas annually. Data from the Reserve Bank of India shows a robust increase in this trend, with investments by Indians in global equity and debt instruments reaching $440 million in March 2026, a 43% rise from $306 million the previous year.
Regulatory changes have also made accessing overseas stocks easier. Through the Global Access Provider (GAP) framework operating out of GIFT City, platforms like Vested Finance and IndMoney have expanded their offerings, enabling Indian investors to invest more seamlessly in US-listed companies.