Wealth Map 2025: North America Tops, Asia Slows
According to a report by Alterata, the number of billionaires worldwide in 2025 reached 3,795, an increase of 8.2% compared to the previous year. Their total wealth also rose by 12.8%, reaching $15.1 trillion. North America experienced the fastest growth, with its billionaire count rising by 11.6% to 1,337 individuals, and their combined wealth increasing by 16% to $6.8 trillion, driven by investments in artificial intelligence and rising valuations of tech companies. Europe also showed strong growth for the second consecutive year, with the number of billionaires increasing by 8% to 1,081, and their total wealth climbing by 13% to $3.7 trillion, benefiting from rising stock markets and currency appreciation. In Asia, despite a 10% rise in total wealth to $3.1 trillion, the billionaire count grew by just 6.5%, with China facing pressures related to real estate and trade, while India experienced a more subdued performance. The Middle East saw a 5% increase in billionaires to 254, but their total wealth declined by 4% to $700 billion, due to weak energy and stock markets, notably with oil prices dropping 20% in 2025. Latin America and the Caribbean saw a decrease in billionaire numbers to 144, but their wealth increased by 11% to $600 billion, supported by gains in metals, agriculture, and technology sectors. In Africa, the number of billionaires rose to 47, while in the Asia-Pacific region, the total reached 51, with ongoing growth linked to demand for metals and financial services. The United States topped the list with over 1,265 billionaires, followed by China and Germany. There is a growing trend of billionaires moving globally, with about 20% of them holding interests outside their home countries.
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