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SpaceX, which Elon Musk gave ‘less than 10% chance of succeeding’, makes him world’s first trillionaire – but will his net worth sustain?

It’s important to note that a big portion of Musk’s net worth is tied to SpaceX. His holding in the company is worth around $866 billion. According to Reuters calculations, Musk’s net worth adds up to over a trillion dollars after the listing of Space X.

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World’s first trillionaire: Elon Musk’s net worth cross $1 trillion after SpaceX’s stock market debut

Elon Musk has become the world’s first trillionaire following SpaceX’s successful Nasdaq debut. The company’s shares surged, propelling Musk’s fortune and valuing SpaceX at nearly $2 trillion. Investors are betting on Musk’s diverse ventures despite the company’s recent losses, with its addressable market estimated at $28.5 trillion.

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What Elon Musk’s trillion could mean: More than double South Africa’s economy, over 200 trips to the moon

Elon Musk’s potential trillion-dollar fortune is a monumental sum, dwarfing national economies and astronomical distances. This unprecedented wealth, if realized, would be enough to buy millions of homes or fuel the entire US for over a year, highlighting a growing concern over global wealth inequality.

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US stock market today: Wall Street steadies as oil drops, SpaceX debut puts AI frenzy to the test

US stocks showed mixed movement Friday as falling oil prices offered support, while investors awaited the highly anticipated SpaceX IPO. This debut is seen as a key test of investor appetite for AI-related investments following recent market volatility and growing doubts about high valuations.

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Synergy of steel & software: How Indian Railways got on the digital track

Indian Railways is undergoing a massive digital overhaul, transforming the passenger and freight experience. From booking tickets on smartphones to real-time train tracking and advanced safety systems like Kavach, technology is now central. This digital shift, powered by data and AI, aims to create a more efficient and connected transportation network, though challenges like cybersecurity

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Forex reserves slip by $711 million to $681.6 billion, fall in foreign currency assets weighs

India’s foreign exchange reserves saw a decrease of $711 million, reaching $681.610 billion in the week ending June 5. This decline was primarily driven by a significant drop in foreign currency assets, though a rise in gold reserves partially offset the overall reduction.

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Pakistan eyes higher donkey meat, other related products export to China

Pakistan is exploring the export of donkey meat and related products to China, driven by demand for their perceived nutritional and medicinal benefits. The government has established sanitary protocols with China and licensed a new slaughterhouse in Gwadar, aiming to boost foreign investment and local livelihoods.

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SpaceX share listing: Analysts predict $2 trillion valuation for Elon Musk-led space firm

SpaceX’s impending Wall Street debut is generating significant investor excitement, with shadow and prediction markets valuing the aerospace giant at over $2 trillion. Derivatives and perpetual futures suggest a substantial gain from its IPO valuation, indicating strong pre-trading momentum. A successful listing could reshape investor flows and set a precedent for future mega-IPOs.

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