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Who Owns X (Formerly Twitter)?

By Matthew Frankel, CFPUpdated Jan 13, 2025 at 10:34 AM

Key Points

  • Elon Musk is the primary owner of X, having acquired the company for $44 billion in 2022.
  • Several other investors hold stakes in X, including Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison.
  • Indirect investment in X may be possible through platforms like Ark Venture Fund for accredited investors.

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