lockup

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SpaceX has instituted staggered lockup releases for its stock—meaning there will be more shares available sooner than usual for newly public companies—and that could drive the stock price lower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Shares of both have surged since debuting in January, promising sizable rewards for early investors before their lockup periods expire next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

IPOs have a lockup period for private shareholders before they can sell, typically six months.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Advisors suggest considering ETFs with SpaceX exposure or waiting for initial earnings reports and lockup periods to expire.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The cops had her back there in lockup right now with me and Ma waiting in this room out front.

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore