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Tesla Shareholders Challenge Court Ruling on Musk's Pay Package

1/6/2025

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Story summary
  • Tesla shareholders, led by Ark Investment Management, are challenging a court ruling against Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package.
  • The Delaware Chancery Court annulled the package, citing undue influence from Musk on the board.
  • Tesla intends to appeal to the Delaware Supreme Court, arguing the ruling is flawed.
  • Musk labeled the plaintiff as a "puppet shareholder" in response to the lawsuit.
  • More than 70% of Tesla shareholders supported the pay package in both 2018 and June 2024.