Billionaire Investor Leon Cooperman Says Tesla CEO Elon Musk Is A Genius 'But He's Overcompensated'
Portfolio Pulse from Shanthi Rexaline
Billionaire investor Leon Cooperman commented on Tesla CEO Elon Musk's compensation, calling him a genius but overcompensated following the Delaware Chancery Court's rescinding of Musk's 2018 compensation plan. Cooperman, whose hedge fund does not hold Tesla stock, criticized excessive executive compensation in general. Meanwhile, Ark Invest's Cathie Wood defended Musk's pay, and investor Gary Black suggested the dispute could lead to Musk gaining more control in Tesla. Tesla's stock rose 2.23% to $185.10.

February 07, 2024 | 9:22 am
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Tesla's stock rose 2.23% to $185.10 amid discussions on CEO Elon Musk's compensation and potential changes to his control in the company.
The news focuses on the controversy surrounding Elon Musk's compensation and its potential implications for Tesla's governance and stock performance. The positive stock movement suggests investor optimism or relief regarding the outcome of this controversy. However, the situation remains dynamic, and investor sentiment could shift based on further developments.
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