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SpaceX IPO: How to Buy Shares
Read this news story in English at three levels, easy, standard, and advanced (B1–C1) — with vocabulary and a comprehension quiz.
SpaceX plans to launch its IPO on June 12, aiming to raise $75 billion. Individual investors can buy shares through various platforms.
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SpaceX is selling shares on June 12. They want to raise $75 billion. You can buy shares through brokers like AJ Bell and Hargreaves Lansdown in the UK or Charles Schwab and Robinhood in the US. Some shares are reserved for individual investors.Standard version (B1–B2)
SpaceX is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO) on June 12, with plans to raise $75 billion. The shares will be available on the Nasdaq and will be priced based on investor interest. Individual investors can purchase shares through various brokers, including AJ Bell and Hargreaves Lansdown in the UK, and Charles Schwab and Robinhood in the US. Notably, a larger portion of shares is reserved for individual investors compared to typical IPOs.Advanced version (C1–C2)
SpaceX is preparing for what is anticipated to be the largest initial public offering (IPO) in history, scheduled for June 12, with a target of raising $75 billion. The shares will be listed on the Nasdaq, and the official price will be determined based on investor interest the day before. Interestingly, up to a quarter of the shares may be allocated to individual investors, a significant increase compared to standard practices in large IPOs. Investors in the UK can access these shares through brokers such as AJ Bell and Hargreaves Lansdown, while US investors can utilize platforms like Charles Schwab and Robinhood. This IPO reflects a growing trend of making high-demand shares available to retail investors.Lesson audio
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Test your understanding
01When is the SpaceX IPO scheduled?
02How much does SpaceX plan to raise from the IPO?
03What is the valuation of SpaceX shares?
04Which brokers are mentioned for buying SpaceX shares in the UK?
Discussion
What are the potential risks of investing in an IPO like SpaceX?
Vocabulary
IPO word
Initial Public Offering, when a company sells its shares to the public for the first time.
“The SpaceX IPO is expected to be the largest in history.”
broker word
A person or company that buys and sells shares for clients.
“You can buy shares through a broker like AJ Bell.”
valuation word
The estimated worth of a company.
“SpaceX has a valuation of $135 per share.”
investor word
A person who puts money into financial schemes with the expectation of achieving a profit.
“Individual investors can buy shares in the SpaceX IPO.”
fund word
A pool of money used for investment purposes.
“Some funds may choose to invest in SpaceX shares.”