The Boring Company eyes $20 billion valuation in $4 billion funding round

The Boring Company, Elon Musk's tunneling startup, entered talks to raise about $4 billion from investors at a valuation of $20 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

The funding round would mark a significant step for the six-year-old company, which has focused on building underground transportation networks in cities including Las Vegas, where its Convention Center Loop system began operations in 2021. A $20 billion valuation would represent a substantial premium over its previous private market value, reflecting investor appetite for infrastructure technology that promises faster and cheaper construction methods.

The company has completed several tunneling projects and secured contracts for expansion, though it has faced regulatory hurdles and questions about the scalability of its technology. The new capital would provide a war chest for larger-scale projects and international expansion, the people said.

The Boring Company's valuation target comes as Musk's broader business empire draws intense investor scrutiny. SpaceX, his rocket company, has been reported to be in merger talks with other Musk-affiliated entities ahead of a potential initial public offering, while his social media platform X has sought to rebuild its advertising business. The Boring Company's funding discussions signal that investors remain willing to back Musk's ventures despite uneven financial performance across his portfolio.

Details of the round's investor composition and expected closing timeline have not yet been disclosed. The company did not respond to requests for comment.

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