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SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire, but your retirement fund is picking up the tab

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Elon Musk has become the world’s first trillion-dollar individual, with his net worth now exceeding $1 trillion. The milestone was driven primarily by SpaceX’s historic initial public offering, which significantly boosted his wealth. This marks the first time any person has reached a trillion-dollar valuation.
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How it was reported
- The Next Web·SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire, but your retirement fund is picking up the tab
- TechCrunch·Elon Musk becomes the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX’s historic IPO
- The Verge·Elon Musk is the world’s first trillionaire
- Wired·Elon Musk Is the World's First Trillionaire
Elon Musk is the world's first trillionaire. SpaceX's stock market debut contributed to his wealth. Musk's net worth has surpassed $1 trillion.
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