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A surge of retail investors, including notable figures like Anthony Scaramucci and rapper 2 Chainz, are claiming ownership of SpaceX shares ahead of its IPO, driven by fear of missing out. Many are utilizing special purpose vehicles (SPVs) to pool investments, but this approach carries significant risks, including high fees and potential fraud in the opaque private market.
At least 170 special purpose vehicles (SPVs) have invested in SpaceX shares.
Anthony Scaramucci and rapper 2 Chainz are among the early investors claiming SpaceX stock.
Investors using SPVs face potential risks, including high fees and lack of transparency.
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