The 10 Richest People in the World According to Forbes (2025)
Want to know who holds the title of the world's wealthiest individuals? Look no further! This article dives into the latest Forbes' rankings to reveal the top 10 richest people on the planet. Get ready to be amazed by their incredible fortunes and the innovative companies behind their success.
Elon Musk has begun 2025 at the pinnacle of wealth, ranking as the world’s richest person, with a net worth of $433.9 billion, according to Forbes’ latest rankings. His visionary leadership at Tesla and SpaceX continues to drive his wealth skyward.
There are now more than 3,000 billionaires in the world, according to Forbes' annual ranking of the wealthiest people. They collectively hold about $16.1 trillion in wealth. This staggering sum showcases the concentration of wealth in the hands of a select few.
Here's a glimpse at the top contenders, keeping in mind that these figures are dynamic and fluctuate based on market conditions:
- Elon Musk - $433.9 Billion (Tesla, SpaceX)
- Jeff Bezos - (Amazon)
- Bernard Arnault & family - (LVMH)
- Bill Gates - (Microsoft)
- Warren Buffett - (Berkshire Hathaway)
- Larry Ellison - (Oracle)
- Larry Page - (Google)
- Mark Zuckerberg - (Meta)
- Sergey Brin - (Google)
- Michael Bloomberg - (Bloomberg L.P.)
Please note: These rankings are based on the most recently available data from Forbes and are subject to change. The complete and most up-to-date list can be found on the official Forbes website. Forbes' Real-Time Billionaires rankings tracks the daily ups and downs of the world’s richest people. The wealth-tracking platform provides ongoing updates on the net worth of these influential figures.
Keep checking back for the latest updates on the world's wealthiest individuals as tracked by Forbes!