As of January 1, 2024, seven of the world’s top 10 richest people are wealthier than they were a month ago. Their fortunes collectively rose by $30 billion during December—a much smaller jump than the $115 billion rise during November 2023. 7 richest in the world on December 1. He now ranks ahead of Bill Gates, who for years was the world’s richest person. Forbes has been keeping track of the world’s billionaires since 1987.

Source: Forbes January 02, 2024 12:58 UTC