Forbes Reveals 2025 Billionaire List: 3,028 Richest, 107 Drop Off

The 2025 Forbes Billionaires List highlights significant wealth accumulation among the world's richest individuals, with a record 3,028 billionaires collectively worth $16.1 trillion. Notably, hedge fund tycoon Michael Platt tops the UK list with a net worth of $18.8 billion, followed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and James Dyson. In the Philadelphia region, Mitchell Morgan enters the global billionaire ranks for the first time with $5.5 billion, while Jeff Yass saw his wealth soar to $59 billion. However, the list also saw 107 individuals, including notable figures like Lisa Su of AMD and Sara Liu of Supermicro, fall below the billionaire threshold. Celebrity billionaires like Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen continue to thrive, with their innovative ventures contributing to their immense wealth. Overall, the list reflects both the growth and volatility of the billionaire class amid shifting economic conditions.