In 2025, the billionaire landscape shifted significantly, driven by breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, space technology, the rise of the metaverse, and fluctuating tech stock valuations. This ranking offers a comprehensive look at the top 10 richest individuals globally, including the industries that made them wealthy and how they continue to grow their empires.

🥇 1. Elon Musk

Net Worth: $342–$365 Billion
Industries: Electric Vehicles, Space, AI, Social Media
Companies: Tesla, SpaceX, xAI, Neuralink, X (formerly Twitter)

Elon Musk holds the top spot, powered by the explosive growth of his AI startup, xAI, and a resurgence in Tesla’s stock after innovations in battery technology. SpaceX leads in commercial space transport, securing long-term contracts with NASA and expanding Starlink’s global internet reach. Neuralink is also gaining momentum by pushing brain-computer interface technology into mainstream medical testing.

🥈 2. Mark Zuckerberg

Net Worth: $216–$241 Billion
Industries: Social Media, Virtual Reality, AI
Company: Meta Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Threads)

Zuckerberg’s aggressive integration of AI into Meta’s platforms, along with the success of Meta’s LLaMA AI model, has positioned the company as a top player alongside Google and OpenAI. His wealth grew even further following the successful launch of virtual learning and business platforms that are thriving in Asia and Africa.

🥉 3. Jeff Bezos

Net Worth: $215–$234 Billion
Industries: E-commerce, Cloud Computing, Space
Companies: Amazon, Blue Origin

Amazon Web Services (AWS) continues to be a global leader in cloud computing, while Blue Origin made major gains by securing space logistics contracts in 2025. Bezos also diversified his investments into media and next-gen tech startups, contributing to his steadily growing net worth.

4. Larry Ellison

Net Worth: $192–$258 Billion
Industry: Software, Cloud Computing
Company: Oracle

Ellison’s fortune surged due to Oracle’s rise in the enterprise cloud space, with Fortune 500 companies adopting Oracle’s AI-powered data analytics and security services. His investments in cloud infrastructure and government partnerships solidified his place among the wealthiest.

5. Bernard Arnault & Family

Net Worth: $168–$178 Billion
Industry: Luxury Goods
Company: LVMH (Louis Vuitton, Dior, Moët, Tiffany)

As the global face of luxury, Arnault recovered from an early-year dip in Chinese demand, gaining traction in Middle Eastern and African luxury markets. LVMH opened over 50 premium retail stores globally in 2025, further cementing his dominance in fashion and lifestyle branding.

6. Warren Buffett

Net Worth: $154–$166 Billion
Industry: Investments
Company: Berkshire Hathaway

Known as the “Oracle of Omaha,” Buffett is the only non-tech billionaire on this list. His net worth rose following smart investments in the U.S. energy and industrial sectors. He continues to lead in philanthropy, annually donating billions toward education and health programs around the world.

7. Larry Page

Net Worth: $144–$156 Billion
Industry: Technology, AI
Organization: Google / Alphabet

As Google’s co-founder, Page remains influential in Alphabet’s AI projects, including DeepMind and Gemini. Google’s continued dominance in global search, YouTube, and Android keeps Page’s investments highly valuable.

8. Sergey Brin

Net Worth: $138–$149 Billion
Industry: Technology
Organization: Google / Alphabet

Brin shares Alphabet’s success alongside Page, benefiting from rising stock value and ongoing innovation. Reports indicate he re-engaged with Alphabet’s labs, contributing to ethical frameworks for AI development.

9. Steve Ballmer

Net Worth: $118–$133 Billion
Industries: Software, Sports
Companies: Microsoft (former CEO), Los Angeles Clippers

Ballmer’s wealth is largely tied to his 4% stake in Microsoft, which continues to thrive due to AI-driven software and cloud innovations. His investments in NBA technology and team ownership are also rising in value, adding to his fortune.

10. Amancio Ortega

Net Worth: $114–$124 Billion
Industry: Fashion & Retail
Company: Inditex (Zara, Bershka, Pull&Bear)

The Spanish mogul thrives on combining fashion with sustainability. Inditex is now a leader in AI-powered fashion design and eco-friendly manufacturing. Ortega’s vast real estate holdings in Europe and North America further boost his portfolio.