An unprecedented proposal for US business standards was made by Tesla Inc. to CEO Elon Musk, offering him a massive compensation package worth one trillion dollars. The astronomical proposal aimed at securing Musk’s continued leadership of the company for years to come is accompanied by ambitious targets he must achieve to receive the compensation.
Tesla: Company plans and collaboration with Musk
It should be noted that among the company’s ambitious goals is the development of the robotaxi sector, as well as boosting the company’s market value to $8.5 trillion – from approximately $1 trillion today, a plan extending over a decade. According to data included in Friday’s filing, Musk could receive additional shares that would increase his stake in Tesla to at least 25%, a target he has publicly stated he desires to achieve.
The new agreement promises enormous financial benefits and increased control for Elon Musk, following the cancellation of his previous $50 billion compensation package by a Delaware court. While Tesla is appealing, the board is considering alternative compensation methods, such as an interim stock package in August valued at approximately $30 billion.
The company’s plan underscores Musk’s dominant role in the automotive industry worldwide, despite his multiple commitments. It should be noted that Musk is already ranked as the world’s richest person. Since 2008, Musk has remained Tesla’s CEO, while simultaneously leading SpaceX, xAI, Neuralink and Boring Co. In a Bloomberg interview in May, he stated he was committed to remaining at Tesla’s helm for another five years. Tesla’s stock has declined 16% from the beginning of the year through Thursday (04.09.2025).
Tesla proposes a new compensation agreement for CEO Elon Musk potentially valued at about $1 trillion, a massive package without precedent in corporate America https://t.co/GwxJCEjLyf
— Bloomberg (@business) September 5, 2025
