Robert Schiffman, Bloomberg Intelligence senior technology credit analyst, discusses SpaceX's inaugural investment-grade bond sale. He explains that rating agencies gave SpaceX high ratings despite negative cash flow, betting on future growth and Elon Musk's vision. Massive demand is expected. Schiffman also highlights a broader opportunity in investment-grade bonds of AI hyperscalers like Alphabet and Amazon, calling them cheap with strong growth potential.
- SpaceX is issuing investment-grade bonds rated BBB/BBB+ to fund heavy capex and refinance debt.
- Rating agencies are confident SpaceX will grow into its ratings despite weak current financials.
- Elon Musk is seen as a key visionary, giving bondholders confidence and access to capital.
- Expected order books for the SpaceX deal could reach $125 billion on a $20-25 billion issue.
- Large tech hyperscalers (Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft) are raising huge debt for AI spending but remain financially flexible.
- Schiffman recommends buying these high-grade corporate bonds, which he sees as historically cheap with upside.