The Richest Person in the World
Currently, Jeff Bezos holds the title of the richest man globally, boasting a net worth of $112 billion. He founded Amazon (AMZN) in 1994, starting from a garage in Seattle shortly after stepping down from his position at the hedge fund giant D.E. Shaw. Originally launched as a bookstore, Amazon has seamlessly evolved into a comprehensive marketplace, arguably becoming the most significant retailer worldwide. Bezos took Amazon public in 1997, and since then, he has become the first individual to surpass a net worth of $100 billion. Additionally, Bezos is involved in other ventures, including Blue Origin, a space exploration company, the Washington Post, which he acquired in 2013, and the 10,000 Year Clock, also known as The Long Now.
List of the World’s Wealthiest Individuals
Bill Gates
Bill Gates has a net worth of approximately $91.1 billion. He co-founded Microsoft alongside his friend Paul Allen and served as the company’s CEO until 2000. Although he is no longer actively engaged in day-to-day operations, he remains a board member. At 62 years old, Gates is an American businessman who built his wealth through his entrepreneurial efforts.
Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, ranks third on the list of the wealthiest individuals worldwide, with a net worth estimated at around $84 billion, equivalent to approximately €68.1 billion.
Mark Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook (originally TheFacebook.com) while he was a sophomore in college, later dropping out to focus on the platform full-time. His net worth currently stands at $74 billion, and at 33 years old, he has built his fortune independently as an American entrepreneur.
Bernard Arnault
Bernard Arnault serves as both the Chairman and CEO of LVMH, which is the world’s largest luxury goods company. His wealth is estimated to be around $72 billion. Under his leadership, LVMH owns some of the most prestigious brands globally, such as Louis Vuitton, Hennessy, Bulgari, Marc Jacobs, Dior, and Sephora, among many others. Arnault has been Chairman of LVMH since 1989 and has diversified his investments, venturing into technology and yacht companies.