Top 10 Richest People in the World: 9 Are Americans, Only 1 Is from Another Country – Here’s the List
Nine of
the world’s ten richest billionaires are from the United States, highlighting
America’s dominance in creating wealth. The only exception is Bernard Arnault
from France, who runs the world’s biggest luxury goods empire. From tech
innovators like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos to investment legend Warren Buffett,
these billionaires have built fortunes that shape industries, markets, and the
global economy. Here’s the full updated list.
As of July 1, 2025, the world’s ten richest
people are:
1.Elon Musk – The mind behind Tesla
and SpaceX.
2.Mark Zuckerberg – Co-founder of
Facebook (now Meta).
3.Jeff Bezos – Founder of Amazon.
4.Larry Ellison – Co-founder of
Oracle.
5.Bill Gates – Microsoft co-founder
and philanthropist.
6.Steve Ballmer – Former Microsoft CEO
and owner of the LA Clippers.
7.Larry Page – Google co-founder.
8.Warren Buffett – Legendary investor
and head of Berkshire Hathaway.
9.Sergey Brin – Google co-founder.
10.Bernard Arnault – French luxury goods
tycoon, head of LVMH.
Elon Musk – $408.5 Billion
Age: 54
| Country: United States | Co-founder & CEO: Tesla
Elon
Musk is the richest person in the world, thanks to his bold ventures in
electric cars, space travel, and artificial intelligence. He owns about 12% of
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant worth hundreds of billions, and a 42% stake
in SpaceX, one of the biggest names in commercial space technology.
In
2022, Musk bought Twitter for $44 billion and rebranded it as X, expanding his
influence in social media and AI-powered communication. He’s also behind other
futuristic projects like Neuralink, which works on linking the human brain to
computers, and The Boring Company, focused on high-speed underground transport.
His ultimate vision is to promote clean energy, make life possible on other
planets, and merge AI with human life.
Mark Zuckerberg – $241.6 Billion
Mark
Zuckerberg started Facebook in 2004, turning it into one of the most
influential social media platforms in the world. Today, the company is called
Meta Platforms and is focusing heavily on artificial intelligence and the
metaverse — a virtual reality version of the internet.
Zuckerberg
owns about 13% of Meta, which makes up most of his massive wealth. Over the
years, he has faced criticism and government scrutiny over privacy and data
issues, but he remains one of the most powerful figures in technology, shaping
how billions of people connect, share, and interact online.
Jeff Bezos – $243.6 Billion
Age: 61
| Country: United States | Founder & Executive Chair: Amazon
Jeff
Bezos changed the way the world shops by building Amazon — which started as a
small online bookstore and grew into a global leader in e-commerce and cloud
computing. He stepped down as CEO in 2021 but still owns about 9% of the
company, keeping him among the richest people in the world.
Bezos
also owns Blue Origin, a space exploration company, and is passionate about
advancing space travel. Recently, he married Lauren Sánchez, beginning a new
chapter in his personal life. Alongside his business ventures, he’s committed
to philanthropy, supporting causes like climate change action and education.
His journey shows how bold ideas and risk-taking can lead to extraordinary
success.
Larry Ellison – $296.1 Billion
Age: 80
| Country: United States | Co-founder, Chair & CTO: Oracle
Larry
Ellison co-founded Oracle, one of the world’s leading software companies, best
known for its database and enterprise solutions. He owns about 40% of Oracle,
which makes up the bulk of his fortune.
Beyond
technology, Ellison has a passion for real estate. His most famous purchase was
98% of Lanai Island in Hawaii, which he bought for $300 million. He also served
on Tesla’s board until 2022 and continues to play a big role in the tech world
through his investments and strategic insights. With his vast wealth,
impressive properties, and influence in technology, Ellison is among the most
powerful figures in the industry.
Bill Gates
Age: 69
| Country: United States | Co-founder: Microsoft
Bill
Gates co-founded Microsoft in 1975 with his childhood friend Paul Allen while
studying at Harvard. After the success of their first software for early
microcomputers, Gates left Harvard to focus on building Microsoft.
Today,
Microsoft is the world’s largest software company. It not only develops
software but also makes personal computers, runs email services, sells video
game consoles, and has recently invested heavily in cloud computing. Gates’s
vision and innovation helped shape the modern tech industry, making him one of
the most influential figures in technology history.
Steve Ballmer – $144 Billion
Age: 69
| Country: United States | Owner: Los Angeles Clippers
Steve
Ballmer, the former CEO of Microsoft, led the company from 2000 to 2014,
helping it grow its software business and expand into enterprise services.
After retiring, he bought the Los Angeles Clippers NBA team for $2 billion,
adding sports to his portfolio of investments.
Most of
Ballmer’s wealth still comes from his Microsoft shares, which have continued to
rise in value as the company remains a global leader in software and cloud
computing. His career reflects both business success and a passion for sports
ownership.
Larry Page – $160.8 Billion
Age: 52
| Country: United States | Co-founder & Board Member: Alphabet
Larry
Page co-founded Google in 1998 with Sergey Brin, building it into the world’s
most popular search engine. He later served as CEO of both Google and its
parent company, Alphabet, before stepping down in 2019.
Although
no longer running day-to-day operations, Page is still a major shareholder and
board member, giving him strong influence over the company’s future. He also
invests in cutting-edge projects like flying cars and AI technology, showing
his passion for bold, disruptive ideas that could shape the future.
Warren Buffett – $142.1 Billion
Age: 94
| Country: United States | CEO: Berkshire Hathaway
Warren
Buffett, often called the “Oracle of Omaha,” is famous for his smart and
disciplined approach to value investing. As CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, he
oversees a collection of businesses that include Geico, Duracell, and Dairy
Queen, making it one of the most powerful companies in the world.
Buffett
is also a major philanthropist, having pledged to give away most of his fortune
through the Giving Pledge. Known for his modest lifestyle despite his immense
wealth, he focuses on long-term, ethical investments that have earned him
global respect.
Sergey Brin – $153.5 Billion
Age: 51
| Country: United States | Co-founder & Board Member: Alphabet
Sergey
Brin co-founded Google with Larry Page, creating the world’s most powerful
search engine and a highly successful ad-based business model. In 2019, he
stepped away from day-to-day management but kept significant voting power as a
major shareholder.
Most of
his wealth comes from Alphabet’s strong position in search, online advertising,
and cloud computing. Brin also invests in cutting-edge fields like artificial
intelligence and robotics, showing his passion for innovation beyond the
traditional internet.
Bernard Arnault & Family – $147.9
Billion
Age: 76
| Country: France | CEO & Chair: LVMH
Bernard
Arnault is the head of LVMH, the world’s largest luxury goods company, which
owns over 70 prestigious brands like Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Sephora. He’s the
only non-American among the world’s top ten richest people, representing the
global luxury fashion industry.
Arnault’s
five children are also deeply involved in running the business, helping to
secure its future leadership. His immense fortune shows that the luxury market,
built on brand prestige and global appeal, can compete with the wealth
generated by the tech industry.
Together,
these billionaires represent more than just personal wealth — they highlight
the industries driving the 21st-century economy, from technology and artificial
intelligence to luxury goods and finance. Their impact goes far beyond money,
influencing global markets, shaping public policy, driving innovation, and
supporting major philanthropic causes. In many ways, they’re helping define how
the world works today and how it will evolve in the future.
Who has $400 billion?
Right now, only Elon Musk’s fortune crosses the $400 billion mark.
