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This episode discusses the implications of the SpaceX IPO and mega-IPOs on investors and funds over time.

Get updates for my new book here: https://Theperfectportfoliobook.com ----- When investors hear "SpaceX IPO," some wonder how to get access before shares begin trading, while others worry about what mega-IPOs could do to the funds they already own. This episode breaks down why IPO day gets too much attention—and why the more important story may unfold over time. Listen now and learn: ► Why the IPO price and the price most investors can actually get are two very different things ► What index rule changes around mega-IPOs may mean for mutual funds and ETFs ► Why a trillion-dollar valuation does not automatically translate into a massive index-fund position ► How to think clearly about SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic, and other potential mega-IPOs without letting headlines drive your plan Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant ( ⁠ https://thepodcastconsultant.com ⁠ ) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as…

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