SpaceX, helmed by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has solidified its position as the globe’s most valuable start-up through a groundbreaking employee share arrangement that values the rocket and satellite manufacturer at £350 billion.
The landmark deal, which surpasses ByteDance’s valuation, arrives amid a significant boost to Musk’s fortunes following Donald Trump’s November presidential election victory. The company’s meteoric rise reflects what market analysts have dubbed the “Trump bump”, with Musk’s total net worth, encompassing stakes in Tesla, SpaceX, and various ventures, surging 66 per cent to an impressive £439 billion.
The newly structured employee share buyback programme will see SpaceX and its investors acquire £1.25 billion of existing common stock at £185 per share, marking a substantial 65 per cent increase from the £112 per share valuation established in September.
Musk’s strengthening alliance with the president-elect has catalysed investor confidence across his business empire. The tech mogul’s £250 million campaign contribution to Trump’s successful bid has resulted in his appointment as head of the Department of Government Efficiency, a strategic position focused on streamlining governmental operations.
The ripple effects of this political alignment have extended beyond SpaceX, with Tesla’s shares experiencing a remarkable 70 per cent surge since Trump’s election victory. Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, xAI, has also benefited, doubling its valuation to £50 billion within six months.
The cryptocurrency market has responded positively to these developments, with Bitcoin breaking the £100,000 barrier for the first time, driven by expectations of a more accommodating regulatory environment under the incoming administration. This optimistic outlook has contributed to broader market gains, with the S&P 500 recording a 25 per cent increase this year.
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