Elon Musk Leads 2025 Rich List with Trillion-Dollar Potential

Elon Musk leads global wealth rankings at around US$491 billion and is poised to become the first trillionaire as tech fortunes surge.

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Elon Musk Leads 2025 Rich List with Trillion-Dollar Potential

Elon Musk Leads 2025 Rich List with Trillion-Dollar Potential
In the 2025 ranking of the world’s richest individuals, Elon Musk tops the chart with a net worth near US$491 billion, according to Forbes. Analysts highlight that he is on track to become the first trillionaire in history, backed by a shareholder-approved Tesla pay-package and his stakes in entities such as SpaceX and xAI. Technology founders dominate the list, with nine of the top ten being American men. The wealth surge is tied to gains in AI, cloud and semiconductor shares throughout the year.
Companies:
  • Tesla
  • SpaceX
  • xAI
Tags:
  • global
  • wealth