Elon Musk, the wealthiest person in the world, has a current net worth of $652 billion. This amount is more than twice the net worth of the next richest person. With a potential SpaceX IPO on the horizon, Musk’s wealth is expected to increase significantly, potentially making him the world’s first trillionaire.
Elon Musk’s Current Wealth
Musk’s current net worth is staggering, and he could hypothetically buy multiple automaker rivals of Tesla Inc. Alternatively, he could purchase every MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL team. To put his wealth into perspective, Musk is currently worth more than the combined wealth of:
- Jeff Bezos: $232 billion
- Mark Zuckerberg: $210 billion
- Larry Ellison: $196 billion
Together, these three billionaires are worth $638 billion, which is $14 billion less than Musk’s current net worth.
Impact of SpaceX IPO on Musk’s Wealth
The SpaceX IPO is expected to value the company at $1.75 trillion. With Musk’s 44% ownership stake, his share of the company could be worth $770 billion. This would increase his net worth by $344 billion, bringing it to $996 billion, just shy of trillionaire status. If the IPO values the company at a level greater than $1.75 trillion or if Tesla stock valuation increases, Musk could become the world’s first trillionaire.
Wealth Divide
If Musk becomes a trillionaire, it would create an even greater wealth divide between him and other billionaires. Based on current valuations, Musk’s net worth could exceed the combined wealth of the next five billionaires:
- Larry Page: $250 billion
- Sergey Brin: $232 billion
- Jeff Bezos: $232 billion
- Mark Zuckerberg: $210 billion
- Larry Ellison: $196 billion
Total: $1.12 trillion
Musk’s potential trillionaire status would be a historical milestone, further solidifying his position as the wealthiest person in the world.