Elon Musk
By Ab Susan
Elon Musk just pulled off the financial equivalent of climbing Everest in a single bound – he’s become the first human ever to cross the $600 billion net‑worth threshold. The milestone, reported by Forbes, is the latest proof that his empire is reshaping the wealth landscape in ways we’ve never seen before. It’s the kind of headline that makes you pause and wonder what the next chapter will look like.
The biggest engine behind this surge is SpaceX. A fresh valuation of the rocket company at roughly $800 billion has added a staggering $168 billion to Musk’s fortune, thanks to his roughly 42 % stake. With a possible IPO on the horizon for 2026, the sky isn’t even the limit – analysts are already talking about a $1.5 trillion market cap that could push his wealth even higher.
Tesla, the electric‑car juggernaut, remains a core pillar of his riches. Musk holds about 12 % of the company, which translates to roughly $197 billion, not counting the stock options still tied up in litigation. Even with the recent market jitters, Tesla’s share price has still managed a solid 13 % gain this year, giving his net worth another nice boost.
Musk’s AI venture, xAI, is the newer, flashier piece of the puzzle. The startup has reportedly secured funding at a $230 billion valuation, and Musk’s 53 % ownership is worth around $60 billion. It’s a reminder that his bets aren’t just about rockets and cars – he’s also diving deep into the next wave of artificial intelligence.
Looking back, the climb to $600 billion has been nothing short of meteoric. Musk started 2020 with about $24.6 billion, broke the $100 billion mark later that year, hit $190 billion in January 2021, and crossed the $500 billion mark in October 2025. Each of those jumps was fueled by a mix of stock gains, new valuations, and the occasional eye‑popping tender offer.
What’s next? If SpaceX does go public at $1.5 trillion, Musk could be staring at a net worth well beyond the trillion‑dollar mark. He’s already talking about a future where AI and robotics make money “obsolete,” envisioning a world where abundance is the norm. Whether or not that vision materializes, one thing’s clear: Elon Musk is rewriting the rulebook on wealth, and we’re all watching the play unfold.
