Elon Musk has become the first person in history to surpass a staggering net worth of $400 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Sprinting towards the half-a-trillion-dollar mark, Musk’s wealth increased by $62 billion after a significant insider share sale at SpaceX and Tesla stock surge. With a current net worth of $447 billion, the Tesla CEO tops the list of the world’s richest people by a significant margin.
Fueled by the unrelenting rally of Tesla’s stock since Donald Trump’s victory, Musk is now so rich that his net worth equals the combined wealth of Jeff Bezos and Larry Ellison, the 2nd and 4th wealthiest people on this planet. Despite his insane wealth, Musk is the only centi-billionaire amongst the top 5 richest people on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index not to own a superyacht.
Superyachts and billionaires have long had a close relationship. These luxurious, floating palaces are symbols of wealth, power, and prestige. For the ultra-rich, owning a superyacht is not just about having a luxury vessel; it’s about having the ultimate statement of success, privacy, and freedom on the water.
Yet, Musk has always been vocal about not being interested in owning expensive assets and possessions, including fancy real estate and superyachts. In 2020, the SpaceX CEO announced that he was selling “almost all physical possessions” and preferred to sleep in friends’ spare bedrooms. The billionaire’s shirtless pictures while enjoying his time on a luxury yacht with his friends in Greece went viral two years ago; however, it was one of those rare occasions Musk took some time off from work.
The world’s richest people and their uber-luxurious superyachts
While Musk has never shown any interest in becoming a yacht owner, the other four billionaires leading the Bloomberg Billionaires Index all own fancy superyachts, with some of them having the distinction of being the biggest and the most expensive luxury vessels in the world.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos took delivery of his jaw-dropping sailing superyacht Koru last year and has been extensively using the vessel ever since. Estimated to be worth $485 million, the 417-foot Koru is a striking example of luxury and innovation. Known for its sleek, modern design, Koru features multiple decks, an infinity pool, a helipad, and a spa, offering unrivaled comfort and privacy on the water.
Mark Zuckerberg, the third richest person in the world, received his $300 million superyacht Launchpad earlier this year, which interestingly coincided with his 40th birthday. The Feadship beauty measures 262 feet in length and features a clean, modern aesthetic with advanced design elements, which align with Zuckerberg’s minimalistic and tech-driven lifestyle.
Larry Ellison has been a fan of superyachts for a very long time and has owned multiple luxury vessels over the years. He currently owns the $130 million superyacht Musashi, which is named after a legendary Japanese Samurai. Finally, LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault, the fifth richest man on this planet, is the owner of a $150 million pleasure vessel named Symphony. Known as the French billionaire’s summerhouse on the sea, the majestic superyacht is bigger than two Olympic-sized swimming pools.
Elon Musk’s workhorse – a Gulfstream G650ER
While Musk owns almost no real estate or yachts, the centi-billionaire has a Gulfstream G650ER long-range private jet that he extensively uses for all his work travels. Like many other ultra-rich businessmen and celebrities, Musk chose the G650 for its long-range capabilities, cutting-edge technology, and top-tier comfort.
According to publicly available jet tracking data, the 2015 manufactured aircraft frequently flies to various locations across the US, helping Musk run all his ventures, including Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and The Boring Company. The aircraft recently flew from San Jose, California, to Austin, Texas, which is the key hub for both Tesla and SpaceX.
