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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Technology
Dan Milmo and agency

Elon Musk becomes first person with net worth of $500bn

Musk against a black and white striped background
Musk’s other businesses include rocket company SpaceX, which was recently reported to be seeking a $400bn valuation. Photograph: Reuters

Elon Musk has become the first person to reach a net worth of $500bn (£372bn), bringing the Tesla chief executive halfway to trillionaire status.

Musk’s wealth temporarily crossed the half-trillion mark on Wednesday before retreating to $499bn, according to the Forbes billionaires list.

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