SpaceX is set to list on the Nasdaq on June 12, drawing attention from South Korean investors, though direct subscription by retail investors is effectively limited. Alternative options being discussed include South Korean firms with SpaceX stakes, local space and aerospace value-chain stocks and related exchange-traded funds. SpaceX set its IPO price at $135 per share, and markets see fundraising of $75 billion with a potential post-listing valuation of about $1.75 trillion.

Market expectations and concerns are colliding over a retail investor version of South Korea\'s National Growth Fund set to launch in May. The product will raise money from the public to invest in 12 strategic advanced industries and offers income deductions and preferential tax treatment on dividend income. Critics point to a five-year lock-up, liquidity burdens and questions over whether benefits will skew to wealthy investors. Concerns also include potential mis-selling and uncertain returns and dividend rules.