Bill Gates Could Go Bankrupt If Tesla Becomes the Top company_Elon Musk Fires Back!
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has reignited his feud with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, claiming Gates could face financial ruin if Tesla’s stock skyrockets by 200% to make it the world’s most valuable company
What Sparked the Drama?
The clash stems from Gates' short position in Tesla stock, a bet against the EV giant that reportedly cost him a staggering $1.5 billion loss, according to Walter Isaacson’s biography of Musk.
Musk’s comment on X comes as Tesla’s market cap stands at $1.251 trillion, trailing behind Apple’s colossal $3.729 trillion. For Tesla to claim the crown, it would need to more than double its valuation—an ambitious goal but not impossible for the EV powerhouse.
The Billionaire Battle: A Timeline
2021: Gates, when questioned about his Tesla short position, avoided comment but praised Musk’s work, calling it “fantastic.”
2022: During a meeting at Tesla’s Austin factory, Gates apologized for the short position. Musk, however, slammed him for the perceived hypocrisy, saying, “How can you fight climate change and bet against an EV company?”
Despite their feud, Gates acknowledged Musk’s unparalleled contributions to science and innovation during a 2022 dinner, admitting, “No one has done more to push the boundaries than Musk.”
Tesla’s Road to Dominance
Tesla has already surged 56.91% this year, fueled by President-elect Donald Trump’s support for Musk, including his nomination to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency.
To become the most valuable company, Tesla would need to surpass tech titans like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and NVIDIA, as well as Saudi Aramco.
The Numbers Game
Tesla Market Cap: $1.251 trillion
Apple Market Cap: $3.729 trillion
Elon Musk’s Net Worth: $376 billion (Global No. 1)
Bill Gates’ Net Worth: $166 billion (Rank 6)
What’s Next?
Will Tesla’s explosive growth catapult it to the top spot, or will Gates’ controversial short position haunt him further? With Tesla leading the EV revolution and Musk’s bold ambitions, the race for market supremacy has never been more intense.
💬 What do you think? Can Tesla outpace the tech giants and make history? Drop your thoughts below!
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