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Elon Musk Becomes First Person to Reach $400 Billion Net Worth, Driven by Tesla, SpaceX Growth

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Business Honor
12 December, 2024

Musk's record-breaking wealth milestone is fueled by SpaceX’s increased valuation and Tesla’s stock surge.

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has achieved an unprecedented financial milestone, reaching a net worth of $400 billion. According to Bloomberg’s latest data, Musk is the first individual in history to cross this threshold. His wealth surge is largely attributed to significant growth in his companies, particularly SpaceX and Tesla.

SpaceX's valuation of around $350 billion has largely fueled Musk's fortune. A deal to purchase insider shares worth up to $1.25 billion saw rocket company valuation shoot upwards. SpaceX has been having the tear of its life within the aerospace firm, which has seen its rockets change the face of space travel and launches for satellites.

Tesla, the electric vehicle manufacturer led by Musk, also contributed to his growing net worth. The company's stock reached an all-time high, supported by broader market growth and expectations of regulatory changes under the soon-to-be installed U.S. administration. The fact that he is the biggest individual shareholder of Tesla and has benefited considerably from its electric vehicle success and its vision for sustainable energy solutions made this possible.

Additional ventures by Musk, particularly Neuralink and xAI, continue to drive innovation in those spaces related to artificial intelligence and neural technology. xAI has specifically doubled its valuation in recent months to $50 billion, cementing the position of Musk as one of the world's wealthiest entrepreneurs.

Musk's financial life shows the increasing importance of tech, space, and EVs. As continued research and development in space travel, EVs, and AI evolve, Musk's enterprises are well-positioned to further dominate global industries well into the future.