Intuitive Machines Has 7 NASA Missions on the Manifest. Is the Stock Finally Worth Owning?

Intuitive Machines, a lunar lander developer, has seen its stock nearly triple over two years, driven by an expanded NASA partnership including seven missions. With a $1.8 billion backlog, projected 16% revenue CAGR through 2028, and recent strategic acquisitions, the company appears reasonably valued at 2x next year's sales. Analysts suggest the stock could attract more attention if it executes scheduled launches and secures additional contracts.

09/03/2026, 5:25 AM • The Motley Fool

If You'd Put $500 Into SpaceX the Day It Went Public, Here's What You'd Have Today

SpaceX held its IPO on June 12, 2026, opening at $150 and closing at $160.95 on day one. Initial momentum carried shares to $201.80 by the third trading day. However, investor enthusiasm waned following news of a $25 billion bond offering, neutral analyst ratings, and a Q2 2026 earnings report revealing $15.8 billion in AI infrastructure investments. A $500 investment at IPO would have declined to $479 by August 31, 2026, representing a 4.2% loss.

09/03/2026, 5:17 AM • The Motley Fool

Nvidia Is Still Retail Investors' Most-Held Stock on Robinhood, but a New Trillion-Dollar Stock Has Entered the Top 10

Nvidia remains the most-held stock among retail investors on Robinhood, driven by AI enthusiasm. SpaceX has recently entered Robinhood's top 10 as a trillion-dollar company, but the article warns that its accelerated insider share unlock schedule and low public float percentage could disadvantage retail investors.

09/02/2026, 7:06 AM • The Motley Fool

Can This Popular Altcoin Hit a Price of $1 by 2027? The Answer Will Blow Your Mind

Dogecoin would need a more than 12-fold increase to reach $1 by 2027, requiring it to surpass its all-time high of $0.74 and gain an additional 33%. Prediction markets estimate only a 4% chance of this occurring by January 2027 and 9% by June 2027. The article compares this to Bitcoin needing to reach $1 million from $80,000, noting both scenarios are highly unlikely despite possible catalysts like Elon Musk integrations or new investment products.

09/02/2026, 6:24 AM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX vs. Anthropic: Which Is the Better IPO to Own?

SpaceX and Anthropic are set to be among the largest IPOs ever in 2026. SpaceX, which debuted in June with a $1.9 trillion market cap, is primarily driven by its profitable Starlink satellite internet business but faces challenges in its space and AI segments. Anthropic, planning an IPO this fall at a $2 trillion valuation, has achieved hyperbolic revenue growth (14x year-over-year to $11.5B in Q2) while remaining profitable, positioning itself as a leader in enterprise AI. The analyst recommends Anthropic as the better investment due to its stronger profitability and market position.

09/02/2026, 5:21 AM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: This Could Be Micron's Stock Price by the End of 2027 (Hint: It's Above $2,000)

Analyst predicts Micron's stock could exceed $2,000 by end of 2027, more than double current levels, driven by surging AI chip demand and memory chip shortages. However, the article cautions long-term investors that memory chip stocks are cyclical and current high margins may not be sustainable, making valuation difficult for buy-and-hold strategies.

09/01/2026, 4:03 PM • The Motley Fool

The SpaceX Stock Price Faces 3 Big Challenges in September -- Here's What It Means for Investors.

SpaceX stock faces three headwinds in September: historically weak market performance in the month, potential interest rate hikes that could hurt tech stocks, and over 700 million insider shares unlocking for sale. However, analysts remain bullish with a median price target of $217, representing 53% upside from current levels.

09/01/2026, 3:32 PM • The Motley Fool

Choosing the Better Space ETF: Tema's NASA Focused on Space Innovators or First Trust's MISL Targeting Aerospace and Defense

The Tema Space Innovators ETF (NASA) offers focused exposure to high-growth space companies but carries higher volatility (51% max drawdown) and fees (0.75%), while First Trust Indxx Aerospace & Defense ETF (MISL) provides broader diversification with lower costs (0.6%), stability, and dividend yield. NASA suits aggressive investors seeking outsized returns, while MISL appeals to conservative income-oriented investors preferring lower risk.

09/01/2026, 3:13 PM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX Is Spending $18.4 Billion a Quarter. Should Investors Be Worried?

SpaceX's quarterly capital expenditures of $18.4 billion raise questions about investor returns, but the spending is primarily directed toward AI infrastructure ($15.8 billion) and other growth initiatives. With 247% year-over-year AI revenue growth and payback periods under a year, the investments appear justified for now. However, investors should monitor whether SpaceX can maintain attractive returns as competition in data center infrastructure intensifies and the company's $1.9 trillion valuation leaves little room for mediocre returns.

09/01/2026, 10:20 AM • The Motley Fool

$1,000 Invested in Redwire Stock at Its 2026 Low Would Be Worth This Much Today

Redwire (RDW) stock plummeted from a record high of $25.90 in May 2026 to $7.78 by July after SpaceX's IPO drew investors away from smaller space stocks. Trading around $10 today, a $1,000 investment at the 2026 low would be worth approximately $1,300. Despite missing revenue targets, analysts project 27% revenue growth through 2028, and the stock trades at a cheaper valuation (5x sales) compared to SpaceX (19x sales).

09/01/2026, 10:16 AM • The Motley Fool

If a Stock Market Crash Is Coming, These 2 Growth Stocks Might Be Worth Selling

With the S&P 500 trading at historically high valuations (CAPE ratio of 41.8), the article identifies SpaceX and Datadog as two growth stocks that could be vulnerable to sharp corrections if market turmoil occurs. SpaceX trades at a P/S ratio of 83 despite strong AI business potential, while Datadog's P/S ratio of 21.8 is elevated compared to peers, making both susceptible to downside risk in a market downturn.

09/01/2026, 7:20 AM • The Motley Fool

Why Tesla Stock Stepped on the Gas Monday Morning

Tesla stock surged 4.75% Monday after CEO Elon Musk posted about SpaceX manufacturing gas turbine blades to accelerate data center construction by up to 18 months. Tesla's solar and battery storage solutions are positioned to benefit from the growing demand for power to support AI data centers, though the stock trades at a high valuation of 169x next year's expected earnings.

08/31/2026, 11:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Circle Your Calendars: Sept. 9 May Be a Huge Day for SpaceX and Its Shareholders

SpaceX's accelerated share-unlock schedule will allow 319 million early-release insider shares to become eligible for sale on Sept. 9, the 90th trading day post-IPO. The article warns that this staggered unlock structure, combined with SpaceX's artificially low float and lack of profitability, could flood the market and disadvantage retail investors. The author characterizes the IPO as potentially the 'greatest fleecing of retail investors in Wall Street's history.'

08/31/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: This Is What a $5,000 Investment in SpaceX Will Be Worth by 2030

SpaceX is experiencing rapid growth in AI infrastructure and Starlink satellite internet, with management projecting $1 trillion in annual revenue by 2030. However, analyst Brett Schafer argues the stock appears overvalued at current levels, predicting it will trade around $100 per share by 2030, making a $5,000 investment worth approximately $3,571—a significant decline from today's $140 share price.

08/30/2026, 10:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Elon Musk Owns 48.4% of SpaceX, a New Filing Shows. Here's Why That Matters for Everyone Else Holding the Stock.

A new SEC filing reveals that Elon Musk controls 48.4% of SpaceX's voting power, giving him effective control over major company decisions including mergers, acquisitions, and capital investments. The article compares this to The Hershey Foundation's 80% control of Hershey, noting that SpaceX investors are essentially investing alongside Musk. Whether this concentration of power is positive or negative depends on investor confidence in Musk's leadership.

08/30/2026, 9:15 AM • The Motley Fool