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Dec 11, 2025 12:00 PM

Elon Musk A Trillionaire? A SpaceX IPO Might Put Him Shockingly Close

Elon Musk is the richest person in the world, worth an estimated $465 billion. His wealth could more than double and reach nearly $1 trillion if SpaceX completes a planned IPO next year.

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SpaceX IPO Could Rocket Musk’s Wealth In 2026

Musk appeared to confirm reports of a potential SpaceX IPO in 2026 with a post on social media this week.

The latest report sees SpaceX raising over $30 billion at a $1.5 trillion valuation in the largest stock market debut ever.

A SpaceX IPO could provide investors with an opportunity to invest in the space company and its future endeavors, and would also allow for more accurate calculations of Musk's wealth.

Currently valued at $465 billion, Musk's wealth is heavily tied to his stake in Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) with estimates for his stakes in privately held companies like SpaceX, Neaurlink, xAI and more.

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