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Elon Musk’s net worth surpassed $300 billion this week, marking a monumental rise fueled by market confidence in Tesla’s future under President-elect Donald Trump. Investors are hopeful Trump's policies will favor Musk’s ventures, from SpaceX’s Mars missions to Tesla’s autonomous vehicle goals.
Tesla's Stock Surge Propels Musk's Wealth to $313.7B Amid Investor Confidence in Trump’s Support
The wealthiest man in the world continues to amass wealth. According to Bloomberg, Elon Musk's net worth has surpassed $300 billion for the first time in almost three years, marking a significant milestone, per Fortune.
The spike comes with increasing hope that President-elect Donald Trump's government will create an atmosphere conducive to Musk's companies. For instance, Trump has pledged to outlaw Chinese electric cars that drive themselves, a significant rival to Musk's Tesla robotaxi.
According to the most recent statistics, Musk's wealth has increased by $50 billion to $313.7 billion, mainly due to Tesla's impressive stock market performance this week. The company's stock has risen by 28% just since November 5.
Investors have placed bets on an even more promising future for Tesla due to the president-elect's remarks about reevaluating his position on green energy and his outspoken support of Musk's businesses, including SpaceX. Confidence has been further bolstered by Trump's embrace of Musk's vision, especially his backing of SpaceX's Mars aspirations and the prospect of Musk joining the administration.
Musk's Strong Political Alliance with Trump Fuels Speculation on Future Impact for Tesla, SpaceX
With the Tesla CEO giving more than $130 million to Trump's campaign and attending rallies in crucial swing states, Musk has demonstrated a strong political commitment to the president. His outspoken support for the former president has even gone so far as to finance a contentious $1 million daily prize to appeal to voters, which has led to several legal troubles.
The stakes are enormous for Musk. Tighter ties with the Trump administration may result in fewer restrictions, quicker government contracts, and a more favorable financial environment for his endeavors, including SpaceX's space missions and Tesla's push for driverless cars. However, the president-elect was notorious for having a high rate of turnover in the White House—85%, according to one research. This has led to speculation about the strength and endurance of the connection between Musk and Trump and the potential effects on Musk's businesses if things go south.
