Elon Musk is now richer than any American ever — and it’s not even close

Reported by MarketWatch · Published 10 Oct 2026, 12:43 AM MYT (1 hr ago)

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Musk’s trillioniare status means he’s wealthier than his next three contemporaries combined — and also worth more than historical tycoons like John D. Rockefeller.

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Elon Musk is now richer than any American ever — and it’s not even close

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