SpaceX shares surge, making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire
SpaceX shares surge, making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire
Updated at: June 13, 2026 at 01:00 PM
On June 12, 2026, history was made in the financial world.
Elon Musk officially became the first trillionaire in history following the massive initial public offering (IPO) of his aerospace company, SpaceX.
Consequently, Musk’s net worth skyrocketed to an estimated $1.1 trillion.
Founded in 2002, SpaceX now handles everything from satellite internet to ambitious plans for Mars colonization.
While some analysts worry that the company is overvalued due to significant ongoing losses, investors remain highly optimistic.
Many attribute this fervor to a strong belief in Musk’s vision for a multi-planetary future.
