Elon Musk's $148 Billion Loss: Key Factors Behind the Wealth Decline of Billionaires

Mar 12, 2025 Sumaya Rathour

Elon Musk's Wealth Loss:

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Declining Sales in Key Markets:

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Investor Concerns and Sentiment:

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Billionaire Collective Loss:

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Stock Market and Policy Uncertainty:

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