Tesla chief executive officer Elon Musk has sparked a global conversation on wealth and wellbeing after declaring that money does not guarantee happiness. “Whoever said ‘money can’t buy happiness’ really knew what they were talking about,” the billionaire wrote. While some users agreed with Musk, noting that money does not shield individuals from emotional struggles or personal challenges, others argued that financial security significantly improves quality of life and access to opportunities. On December 16, 2025, Musk became the first person in history to reach a net worth of $638 billion. Data from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index showed that his wealth increased by 42.7 per cent within a year from December 2024.

Source: Punch February 05, 2026 19:16 UTC