From US to China, 10 countries with the most billionaires
United StatesHome to tech moguls and investors, the US tops the list with 902 billionaires residing in various regions of the country, including Silicon Valley, Wall Street and others.
ChinaChina’s booming tech, manufacturing and real estate sectors have produced close to 450 billionaires. This number has increased despite recent regulatory crackdowns and economic shifts.
IndiaThere are about 205 billionaires in India due to which it has secured third position on the list. The growth in IT, pharmaceuticals, and industrial empires led to the rise of India’s global business influence.
GermanyGermany has 171 billionaires amounting to a total net worth of $793 billion. The billionaires mainly stem from automotive, engineering and retail sectors, including powerful family-owned businesses and legacy wealth.
RussiaDespite sanctions and political tensions, Russia still hosts wealthy oligarchs, particularly in energy, metals and natural resource industries. It has 140 billionaires and has secured the fifth position on the list.
CanadaCanada is home to 76 billionaires coming from diverse industries including mining, tech, and media among others benefiting from a stable economy and resource-rich environment.
ItalyItaly has 74 billionaires amounting to a total net worth of $335 billion dollars. The fortunes come from a range of industries like fashion, automotive and food.
Hong KongA major financial hub, Hong Kong boasts 66 billionaires in real estate, finance and shipping, despite recent political and economic changes.
BrazilBrazil’s elite includes 56 billionaires from the banking, food and agriculture sectors, with wealth concentrated in a few powerful business dynasties.
United KingdomThe UK is home to 55 billionaires in finance, fashion and property, including international entrepreneurs and naturalised citizens. It has secured the 10th position on the list.