Photo Credit:Fair Use [17 U.S.C. § 107] Market manipulation: Musk's nearly billion dollar stock purchase actually increased his wealth up to $8.68B.

Where’d the Billion Come From? Musk's Tesla Buy Raises Questions

17 Sep 2025 | Abstracted from EVWorld.com

Elon Musk's $1B Tesla stock purchase, made via his personal trust, sparked a surge in share price and raised questions about how the buy was funded. Likely financed through margin loans, derivatives, or asset reallocation, the move increased Musk's net worth by up to $8.6B. The timing aligns with Tesla's proposed $1T compensation plan, suggesting a strategic gesture to boost investor confidence and governance optics.

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