SpaceX will join Nasdaq-100
Nasdaq confirmed that Space Exploration Technologies Corporation will enter the Nasdaq-100 index before markets open on Tuesday, July 7. This fast-tracked inclusion follows the company's IPO and is expected to trigger billions in passive fund purchases. The move may also involve the Russell 1000 index adding SpaceX and small-cap stocks.
What changed
Nasdaq officially set the entry date for SpaceX into the Nasdaq-100 for July 7.
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SpaceX to Join Nasdaq-100 Index on July 7
confidence 95%Nasdaq confirmed that Space Exploration Technologies Corporation will enter the Nasdaq-100 index before markets open on Tuesday, July 7. This fast-tracked inclusion follows the company's IPO and is expected to trigger billions in passive fund purchases. The move may also involve the Russell 1000 index adding SpaceX and small-cap stocks.
What's confirmed:
- SpaceX will join the Nasdaq-100 index on July 7.
- The company's inclusion in the index was fast-tracked following its IPO.
- Passive funds tracking the index will be required to purchase billions of dollars in SpaceX stock.
- The entry will occur before the market opens on Tuesday, July 7.
- Space Exploration Technologies Corporation is the full name of the company joining the index.
Still unconfirmed:
- The addition will unlock an estimated $4.3 billion to $10 billion in passive fund inflows.
- The Russell 1000 index is set to add SpaceX and small-cap stocks.
- The Russell rebalance could increase SpaceX stock volatility.
- The move may create a clash between short sellers and passive investors.