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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 47 MIN

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares soar

from dc · host Salai Dawtcemsang

Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after his company SpaceX debuted on the Nasdaq stock market in New York. Shares jumped more than 25% over their initial offer price, valuing the rocket, satellite, and AI firm at more than two trillion dollars.Also on the programme: One of the world's best-known artists David Hockney has died aged 88; and the English miners who took football to Mexico.(Photo: SpaceX company leadership ring the opening bell to celebrate during SpaceX's initial public offering (IPO) at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, US, June 12, 2026. Credit: Reuters/Brendan McDermid)

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