GoKawiilMusk says merger of SpaceX and Tesla would be a 'good idea'
Elon Musk told investors during SpaceX's third-quarter earnings call that he supports merging SpaceX and Tesla, though he said the decision ultimately rests with shareholders. He confirmed that both companies have formed special committees of independent directors to discuss the idea, but no agreement on merger terms has been reached. Musk noted he is excluded from those committee discussions due to his conflict of interest as head of both firms.
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Musk's comments suggest he sees AI and robotics, not cars or rockets, as the strategic core linking his companies, framing a potential merger around shared technology like chip design and autonomous systems rather than traditional business lines. Because Musk cannot participate in the special committees' deliberations, the outcome may hinge on independent directors and shareholders rather than his personal preference, which could complicate or slow any eventual deal.
- Musk publicly backed merging SpaceX and Tesla during SpaceX's Q3 earnings call
- Independent director committees at both companies are reviewing the idea but have no agreement yet
- Musk says he is recused from merger talks due to his conflicting interest in both firms
Source: arstechnica.com, 2026-10-20
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