SpaceX may face an easier path to S&P 500 entry if these newly proposed rules take hold

spacex, anthropic and openai are reportedly preparing for ipos, and s&p dow jones indices is considering rule changes that could make it easier for them to join the s&p 500. the proposed changes include a "fast-track" entry process and looser profitability requirements. currently, companies need to show four consecutive quarters of positive earnings to qualify. the new rules would let the index committee waive that for certain large, newly public firms — potentially clearing a path for spacex, which has never posted a profit. anthropic and openai, both burning cash on ai development, would also benefit. s&p dow jones hasn't made a final decision yet. but the timing lines up: spacex is reportedly targeting a 2025 ipo, and both ai firms are weighing public listings as well.