Elon Musk First to Hit $600 Billion Fortune as SpaceX Valuation Soars

• Elon Musk's net worth surpassed $600 billion, making him the first individual to reach this milestone.
• His fortune surged by $168 billion in one day, reaching an estimated $677 billion by December 15.
• The significant increase is primarily attributed to SpaceX's valuation doubling to $800 billion.
• Musk's 42% stake in SpaceX is now his most valuable asset, estimated at $336 billion.
• Other assets contributing to his wealth include stakes in Tesla and xAI Holdings.

Why It Matters: Musk's $600B fortune reveals the extreme wealth generated by private tech ventures.