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MarketWatch says Musk promised a SpaceX share to every child in the U.S.

Summary of reporting by MarketWatch on MSN·

MarketWatch says Musk promised a SpaceX share to every child in the U.S.

Key points

  • MarketWatch on MSN says Elon Musk promised a SpaceX share to every child in America.
  • The preview text says, "don't hold your breath."
  • It also says Musk has a long record of making claims that do not match reality.

According to MarketWatch on MSN, Elon Musk promised a SpaceX share to every kid in America. The preview text says readers should not expect that to happen soon, and adds, "don't hold your breath." MarketWatch on MSN also says Musk has a long record of making statements that have little relation to reality. The brief does not provide additional details about the promised share or when it might be offered.

Original reporting

This page summarizes reporting by MarketWatch on MSN, originally published October 21, 2026 at 8:50 AM under the headline "Elon Musk promised a SpaceX share to every kid in America — don't hold your breath". All rights to the original article belong to MarketWatch on MSN.

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