SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire, sparking debate on modern capitalism
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Robert Reich
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Summary
The article discusses Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX's IPO, arguing that modern capitalism is no longer driven by traditional economic principles like supply and demand, but rather by hype, connections, and arbitrary control. It critiques the current economic system where valuations are disconnected from fundamental value.
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With shares priced at $135 each, Musk's aerospace and satellite maker soared to an overall market valuation of approximately $1.77tn
That it's no longer based on economic principles as they're taught in school – prices set by supply and demand. It's now based on hype, connections and total, arbitrary control
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