Virgin Galactic (SPCE) Stock Price Prediction: 2026, 2027, 2030

Analysts are saying that Virgin Galactic could hit $2.98 by 2030. Bullish on SPCE? Invest in Virgin Galactic on SoFi with no commissions. If it’s your first time signing up for SoFi, you’ll receive up to $1,000 in stock when you first fund your account. Plus, get a 1% bonus if you transfer your investments and keep them there until December 31, 2025.Virgin Galactic (NYSE: SPCE) is a pioneer in private outer space travel that aims to send tourists into flight at an unprecedented frequency. As a leader in this unproven but captivating industry, the company stands to produce massive returns if space tourism finally goes mainstream. A lack of meaningful commercialization, however, makes the stock a speculative play, and Wall Street’s opinion is mixed.In this article, we’ll look at Virgin Galactic’s latest share price, analyst sentiment, multiyear price forecasts, and the key factors playing a critical role in the company’s path going forward.Table of ContentsCurrent Stock OverviewQuick Snapshot Table of PredictionsBull & Bear CaseSee All 10 ItemsCurrent Stock OverviewMarket cap: $179.71 millionTrailing P/E Ratio: N/AForward P/E Ratio: N/A1-year return: -29%2026 YTD: -26%Virgin Galactic trades at around $2.45 per share as of March 2026. Shares have dipped by nearly half year-to-date as investors question the company’s ability to tap into the commercial opportunity of space exploration. The stock has a lofty 128 P/S ratio, which is much higher than the 11.41 P/S ratio it had on September 30, 2024. The P/S ratio hasn’t soared due to a rising stock price, but it reflects how much the business has contracted in recent quarters. Virgin Galactic operates in a potentially high-growth industry.

Grand View Research anticipates the space tourism market will maintain a 44.8% CAGR from now until 2030. Investors, however, are being a bit more circumspect. The company only generated revenue of $0.4 million in Q3, and while commercial services planned for 2026 could spark enticing growth, the market demand for space travel is still a huge “if.” Virgin Galactic also continues to burn through money, based on its $64 million Q2 net loss. SPCE has a consensus Hold rating with an average price target of $6.48 per share based on the ratings of 11 analysts. The highest forecast of $36 (Goldman Sachs) demonstrates the vast potential of this stock. However, the lowest price target of $0.75 (Wells Fargo) demonstrates the dramatic differences in analysts’ expectations. The three most recent price targets from Morgan Stanley, Susquehanna, and Bernstein suggest a near-term average price target of $2.77, which would represent a 13% upside from current levels.Quick Snapshot Table of PredictionsBull & Bear CaseVirgin Galactic is positioned to benefit from a space travel boom, but does that make SPCE a buy? These are some of the bull and bear cases to consider. Bull CaseEV/Assets ratio of 0.15 is in the top 10% of its industryVirgin Galactic is poised to benefit immensely if the space tourism industry is as hot as bulls anticipateQuick ratio of 3.38 is in the top 10% of its industryBear CaseVirgin Galactic can lose ground to competitors like Blue Origin and SpaceXThe company burned through $67 million in cash in Q3 of last year. ROE of -129.53% is in the bottom 10% of its industryStock Price Prediction for 2026CoinCodex projects downside from current levels. The space tourism industry won’t become mainstream in 2026, and with commercialization still far away, some analysts believe Virgin Galactic stock is due for more losses.

Stock Price Prediction for 2027CoinCodex’s projections anticipate that Virgin Galactic will fall next year, implying a 16% dip from current levels. The company’s services may commercialized in 2027, but the forecast suggests the reception won’t be as warm as bulls are hoping.Stock Price Prediction for 2030Bearish analysts assume the space tourism industry isn’t as hot as people expect, which would be a significant headwind. Virgin Galactic could also lose market share to Blue Origin and SpaceX, making it harder for the company to stay in business. However, a booming space tourism industry with Virgin Galactic front and center would disprove that consensus. Investment ConsiderationsVirgin Galactic is a speculative stock that could produce significant returns if space tourism becomes a big industry and the company becomes one of its leaders. However low revenue, unproven commercialization, and sizable net losses make it a very risky stock.Key risks: Space tourism doesn’t become a big hit, Virgin Galactic’s commercialization efforts don’t pan out, Blue Origin and SpaceX take substantial market share, Virgin Galactic becomes financially insolvent, and the company may dilute shares to raise more money if losses continue to pile up.Virgin Galactic intends to launch commercial services in 2026, which could change the narrative and fuel the space tourism industry. Revenue growth could accelerate significantly and minimize losses if successful.Frequently Asked QuestionsQIs SPCE stock a good long-term investment AVirgin Atlantic is a speculative stock that can provide tremendous gains or substantial losses. There is no in-between. SPCE stock may be a good long-term investment for investors with high risk tolerances, but investors who want moderate or low risk should consider other assets. QWhat will Virgin Galactic stock be worth in 2030? ACoinCodex currently projects a $1.80 average price target for SPCE. Any emerging catalysts could change that price target, but it doesn’t paint the best picture right now. QDoes SPCE stock pay a dividend? ANo. SPCE stock does not pay a dividend. The company is losing too much money and constantly reinvesting back into its business. A dividend is not viable at this time. * Plus500 is a Benzinga Partner and the promotion of this offer was sponsored by the Partner. This does not impact the content at all.About Marc GubertiMarc Guberti is an investing writer passionate about helping people learn more about money management, investing and finance. He has more than 10 years of writing experience focused on finance and digital marketing. His work has been published in U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, InvestorPlace and other publications.