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This legal resolution is expected to have minimal financial impact on Tesla itself. The potential dilution from Musk exercising 304 million options will modestly increase Tesla’s outstanding shares, possibly raising the voting control from about 13% toward 22%, but it won't shred shareholder value or stability.
Moreover, the removal of the threat of a gargantuan accounting charge—potentially amounting to $25–$35 billion—provides Tesla with much-needed financial clarity and relief. This outcome reassures investors that Tesla’s financial health remains intact, and Elon Musk remains motivated by a performance-based reward structure.