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SpaceX-Tesla merger chatter reignites as Musk pushes rocket company towards Nasdaq
With SpaceX headed for the public markets next month, industry experts and people close to Elon Musk are speculating about a potential tie-up with Tesla.
TL;DR
- SpaceX is expected to trade on the Nasdaq soon, with a private market valuation of $1.25 trillion.
- Tesla's market capitalization is around $1.6 trillion.
- Musk has discussed combining SpaceX and Tesla, with Tesla employees aware of this possibility.
- Both companies are increasing their focus and capital expenditures on AI.
- SpaceX and Tesla have a history of sharing resources, personnel, and collaborating on projects.
- Recent transactions include SpaceX purchasing Tesla's Megapacks and Cybertrucks.
- A merger could raise shareholder concerns regarding valuation and control, though antitrust issues are unlikely.
- SpaceX's prospectus indicates it is a 'controlled company,' with Musk holding 85% voting power.
- A merger could potentially benefit Musk's compensation rewards tied to market cap milestones.
- Industry experts believe a merger would allow Musk to run one large company and enhance competitiveness in AI.