Hargreaves Lansdown announces free participation in SpaceX IPO

Hargreaves Lansdown (HL), confirms its participation in the SpaceX initial public offering (IPO). HL’s two million customers can now apply for shares in one of the world’s most closely watched private companies as it lists on the NASDAQ stock exchange. 

How clients can invest:

• The offer period runs from Thursday 4 June, to 11.59pm on Wednesday 10 June 2026.
• There will be no dealing charge and no foreign exchange charge for HL clients who participate. 
• HL clients will be able to apply in a Stocks and Shares ISA, Lifetime ISA, Junior ISA, Fund and Share Account, SIPP, SIPP Drawdown and Junior SIPP accounts.
• HL’s Bristol-based Helpdesk will extend opening hours until the deadline to support clients.
• More information on how to sign up here.

Simon Belsham, Chief Client Officer at Hargreaves Lansdown:

“While we recognise this IPO might not be right for everyone, it’s an exciting moment for many of our clients. As the UK’s number one platform for IPOs, HL has long championed retail participation and we’re proud to bring the first overseas IPO to the UK market. We’ve seen significant interest from both new and existing clients, who will all be able to participate in the offer with no dealing charge or foreign exchange charge.

We’re expecting this might be a first foray into investing for many. As the UK’s #1 Choice for IPOs, Hargreaves Lansdown will be taking this opportunity to engage with these new investors and give them the information they need to make informed decisions, not only in relation to whether or not this is the right investment for them but also on how to build a well-diversified portfolio for the long term.”

Helpdesk opening hours during offer period