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United States SpaceX options launch breaks trading records

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SpaceX options began trading in the United States on Tuesday, June 17, 2026, in what market data providers describe as the most active single-stock options debut on record. Roughly 1.8 million contracts changed hands, representing about $2.8 billion in option premium. Activity was dominated by call options, with an estimated call-to-put ratio of 1.3 to 1, indicating a strong bias toward expectations of further share price gains. The launch coincided with a 4.8% rally in SpaceX stock, which hit an intraday record of $225.64 before closing at $201.80. Investor focus intensified after SpaceX’s $60 billion acquisition of AI coding assistant Cursor.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Recent months Technology sector faces heightened volatility
Recent weeks Investors rotate toward mega-cap technology
Recently SpaceX completes $60 billion Cursor acquisition
June 17, 2026 SpaceX options begin trading publicly
June 17, 2026 Record 1.8 million contracts change hands
June 17, 2026 Options premium totals about $2.8 billion
June 17, 2026 SpaceX stock hits $225.64 intraday high
June 17, 2026 SpaceX closes at $201.80 amid surge

News Intelligence

SpaceX's record-breaking options launch could affect your wallet. If you're invested in technology stocks, this might be a sign of a bullish market. But remember, high activity also means high volatility. Keep an eye on your portfolio.