SpaceX Corporation (SPCX) investors have a major date circled on the calendar right now. On July 16, the company is scheduled to launch Starship Flight 13, a mission that could become the stock's biggest catalyst since its blockbuster IPO just over a month ago.
The launch isn't just another test. For the first time, Starship will attempt to deploy 20 commercial Starlink V3 satellites, marking an important step toward regular commercial operations. A successful mission could help restore investor confidence after weeks of heavy selling, while another setback may add to the pressure on shares.