SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell hinted at a potential merger with Tesla during a CNBC interview, suggesting it 'might make Elon's life a little easier.' The speculation is supported by SpaceX's amended S-1 filing that includes new language about potential equity issuance for future transactions, with analysts interpreting this as preparation for a major deal. The merger would unite two of Elon Musk's most valuable companies, following a pattern of consolidation within his business portfolio.
Background
SpaceX is preparing for what could be the world's largest IPO, while Tesla is currently valued at $1.52 trillion. Elon Musk leads both companies and has been consolidating his business interests, as seen with SpaceX's recent acquisition of xAI and xAI's earlier acquisition of X (formerly Twitter).
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Jun 13, 2026 at 03:28 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10