# Markets News, Oct 24, 2026: SpaceX says a Tesla merger would need Elon Musk's approval

> SpaceX disclosed on Oct 22 that a potential union with Tesla requires sign-off from Musk, its controlling investor. Musk had said on Oct 20 that special…

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SpaceX disclosed on Oct 22 that a potential union with Tesla requires sign-off from Musk, its controlling investor. Musk had said on Oct 20 that special committees were formed to discuss a combination. ## SpaceX flags Musk approval as a condition for any Tesla merger SpaceX disclosed on Oct 22 that a potential merger with Tesla would require approval from its controlling investor, Elon Musk. The disclosure came days after Musk said he cannot take part in the discussions of the special committees. Musk had said on Tuesday that combining SpaceX and Tesla would be …

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## Sources

1. [SpaceX says Tesla merger would need Musk's approval](https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/spacex-says-tesla-merger-musks-205238380.html)
2. [Could Elon Musk merge Tesla and SpaceX?](https://finance.yahoo.com/video/could-elon-musk-merge-tesla-and-spacex-143503174.html)
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7. [Markets News, Oct. 23, 2026: Dow Ends Week Higher Despite Friday Tumble; Nasdaq, S&P 500 Log Weekly Losses](https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/stock-market-today-futures-head-102959138.html)

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