The net worth of Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has surged past $600 billion, marking him as the first individual globally to achieve this milestone. As of December 17, 2025, Musk’s wealth reached approximately $638 billion, a significant increase from $500 billion just two months prior. The rapid rise comes on the heels of news regarding SpaceX’s internal valuation at $800 billion, which is poised for an initial public offering (IPO). In a single day, Musk’s wealth skyrocketed by about $168 billion, a figure that is roughly equivalent to the combined fortunes of India’s wealthiest individuals, Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, whose finances together number approximately ₹16 lakh crore.
Musk benefits from owning about 42% of SpaceX, and should the company successfully list at the reported valuation, the worth of Musk’s stake could increase by over $336 billion. If this occurs, projections from Forbes suggest that Musk may become the first trillionaire in history, contingent upon the triumph of the IPO.
In addition to his involvement with SpaceX, Musk’s financial portfolio also includes a significant stake in Tesla, estimated to be around 12%. Tesla shares have seen a rise of 13% this year alone, with a nearly 4% increase reported on December 15. The current value of Musk’s share in Tesla amounts to approximately $197 billion. Moreover, his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is currently negotiating to secure $15 billion in new equity, which would place its valuation at around $230 billion.
The shifting financial landscape surrounding Musk not only highlights his substantial gains but also signifies the growing valuation of space commercialization and electric vehicle innovation in the modern economy.
Original Source: https://www.india.com/business/elon-musk-earns-money-equal-to-combined-net-worth-of-mukesh-ambani-and-gautam-adani-in-a-single-day-his-net-worth-is-now-spacex-tesla-xai-artificial-intelligence-8232797/
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Publish Date: 2025-12-17 00:11:00
