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Elon Musk Loses $126 Billion but Remains Richest

3/13/2025

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Elon Musk's fortune has taken a staggering hit, plummeting by $126 billion in 2024 as Tesla's market value fell by 45%. Analysts point to fierce competition, operational hurdles, and Musk's polarizing political actions as key factors. Yet, despite these challenges, he still holds the title of the world's richest person, with a net worth of $307 billion.

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Elon Musk's fortune has taken a staggering hit, plummeting by $126 billion in 2024 as Tesla's market value fell by 45%. Analysts point to fierce competition, operational hurdles, and Musk's polarizing political actions as key factors. Yet, despite these challenges, he still holds the title of the world's richest person, with a net worth of $307 billion.