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SpaceX says Tesla merger would need Musk's approval
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Fusion42 · 23 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
SpaceX stated that any potential merger with Tesla requires approval from Elon Musk, despite his recusal from talks due to conflicts of interest, reflecting Musk's controlling influence and the complexities in shareholder representation amid merger speculation.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Electric Vehicles, and 28 sources have reported it between 20 Oct 2026 and 23 Oct 2026.
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Elon Musk's control over approval means you need to track his moves closely if you work with Tesla or SpaceX as market shifts from separate entities to a single controlled firm.
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28 sources · first reported 20 Oct 2026 · latest 23 Oct 2026
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