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From allies to enemies: The cost of a Musk-Trump split

By The Standard January 21, 2026

Source: The Standard

From allies to enemies: The cost of a Musk-Trump split

The Tesla car company is the cornerstone of Musk’s business empire and has suffered considerably since the entrepreneur dove into politics.The electric vehicle giant’s stock has plummeted more than 20 per cent since the start of the year, reflecting investor anxiety about Musk’s increasingly polarising public persona.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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The electric vehicle giant’s stock has plummeted more than 20 per cent since the start of the year, reflecting investor anxiety about Musk’s increasingly polarising public persona.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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