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SpaceX IPO sparks debate over dual-class shares and founder control

The recent IPO of SpaceX, which features Elon Musk's significant control through dual-class shares, has reignited a long-standing debate about this governance structure. While governance theorists and proxy advisory firms often criticize dual-class shares for potentially misaligning control with economic interest, proponents argue that such structures, particularly when led by exceptional individuals, can ensure management accountability and drive strong business performance. This perspective suggests that the "one share, one vote" principle, while theoretically appealing, may not always align with the practical realities of building and leading successful enterprises. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Steven Tian ·

    SpaceX’s supervoting shares put a decades-old governance debate back in play

    Buffett and Alphabet's founders wielded similar supervoting power to fund decade-long bets that paid off, while many examples show entrenchment of failure.