Musk's Spat With Saudi PIF Revealed

The transcript discusses Elon Musk's interactions with the PIF regarding taking Tesla private. It highlights the importance of having written agreements in business deals and the potential legal implications of text communications. Despite the discussions, Tesla remained a publicly listed company, and its stock value increased significantly over five years.

What was the primary focus of Elon Musk's discussions with the PIF?

• Expanding Tesla's market in the Middle East

• Launching a new car model

• Buying Twitter

• Taking Tesla private

Why is it important to have written agreements in business discussions?

• To impress stakeholders

• To ensure clarity and avoid misunderstandings

• To make the process more formal

• To increase the length of meetings

What does the phrase 'it takes 2 to tango' imply in the context of Musk and Al-Rumayyan's conversation?

• The deal was already finalized

• Dancing is a metaphor for business

• Both parties need to agree for a deal to happen

• One party is more responsible than the other

What was the outcome of the discussions between Musk and the PIF?

• Tesla was taken private

• A new partnership was formed

• No deal was reached

• Tesla was sold to another company

How much did Tesla's stock value increase over five years after the discussions?

• 1500%

• 500%

• 1000%

• 2000%