Tesla Shareholders Approve Elon Musk’s $1 Trillion Compensation Plan
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Tesla shareholders have officially voted to approve a record-breaking $1 trillion compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk, potentially making him the world’s first trillionaire. The ambitious proposal, initially outlined in September, ties Musk’s remuneration to Tesla meeting a set of aggressive performance and strategic targets.
Historic Plan with High Stakes
Under the terms of this all-or-nothing agreement, Musk will receive the compensation only if Tesla attains a $8.5 trillion market capitalization — a substantial increase from its current estimated value near $1.4 trillion. Additional performance metrics include operational objectives such as selling one million humanoid robots and strategic requirements such as establishing a leadership succession plan to secure the company’s long-term governance.
Industry analysts note that the package may also function as a retention mechanism, intended to keep Musk focused on Tesla amid his significant commitments to other ventures including SpaceX and xAI.
A Challenging Year for Tesla
Despite this landmark shareholder approval, Tesla continues to navigate a difficult financial landscape. The company reported record revenues in its Q3 2025 results but simultaneously disclosed a sharp decline in profits.
In October, Tesla faced multiple investigations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) related to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, and it also encountered regulatory scrutiny from the California Department of Insurance concerning claims handling.
Looking Ahead
The approval of Musk’s trillion-dollar compensation plan underscores shareholders’ long-term confidence in Tesla’s growth potential, even as the company contends with profitability pressures and regulatory oversight. Whether these ambitious milestones will propel Musk into the ranks of trillionaires remains uncertain — but Tesla’s strategic direction and governance will remain closely watched by investors and regulators alike.
Source: Engadget — "Tesla shareholders approve Elon Musk's $1 trillion compensation package"
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