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Tesla proposes $1tn award for Musk if he hits targets

Tesla proposes $1tn award for Musk if he hits targets

Summary

Tesla has proposed a pay package for Elon Musk that could be worth over $1 trillion if he achieves certain ambitious goals over the next decade. This plan does not include a regular salary or bonus and requires Tesla to significantly increase its value and achieve various technological advancements. The proposal follows a recent court ruling that previously awarded Musk $29 billion in shares was unfair to shareholders.

Key Facts

  • Tesla plans to offer Elon Musk a pay package worth over $1 trillion upon meeting specific goals.
  • The proposed plan requires Tesla's value to increase more than eight times its current worth.
  • Musk's pay depends on hitting targets such as launching a million robotaxis and selling a million AI robots.
  • Musk will not receive a salary or bonus under this plan.
  • Previously, a court ruled that a $50 billion award for Musk was unfair, adjusting it to $29 billion in shares.
  • The proposal is viewed by some as necessary to keep Musk with Tesla to achieve these goals.
  • There are differing opinions about Musk's impact on Tesla, with some questioning his role due to his outside interests and actions.

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