Musk Seeks Trillion-Dollar Compensation to Maintain Influence Over Tesla’s Future Robotics
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has reportedly justified his proposed $1 trillion compensation package as necessary to maintain influence over the company’s emerging robotics division. During the Q3 2025 earnings call, Musk expressed concerns about potential loss of control over what he termed Tesla’s “robot army” without substantial stock holdings.
Executive Compensation Proposal Draws Scrutiny
Elon Musk is reportedly seeking a monumental compensation package valued at approximately $1 trillion, according to recent earnings call discussions. Sources indicate this represents a significant increase from previous proposals and would grant Musk substantial Tesla stock over the next decade if specific company milestones are achieved. The compensation plan, initially proposed by Tesla’s board in September, has already generated controversy among investors and corporate governance observers.
