SpaceX is considering a potential merger with Tesla Inc., as well as an alternative combination with artificial intelligence firm xAI, according to people familiar with the matter, a sign billionaire Elon Musk is weighing how to consolidate his empire.

Elon Musk discusses potential mergers while SpaceX targets June listing, $1.5 trillion valuation, and Tesla shares jump 4.5% after hours.

Tech giants SpaceX and OpenAI are expected to go public in 2026. Here's what smart people in business and tech are saying.