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SpaceX's stock experienced significant downward pressure on Friday, marking continued weakness since the company's inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 index. According to CNBC, the aerospace manufacturer's shares have lost nearly 23% of their value during this period.
The latest decline came a day after SpaceX aborted a test flight for its Starship rocket at the last moment, an event that may have contributed to investor concerns about the company's development timeline and technical readiness.
The sharp pullback underscores the volatility often associated with high-growth technology and aerospace firms, particularly those dependent on the successful execution of complex and experimental missions. For SpaceX, which has attracted significant investor interest based on its long-term vision for space commerce and Mars exploration, near-term operational setbacks have proven capable of shifting market sentiment.
