Recap 2024: Top-10 Richest People in the World as of December 2024

As 2024 comes to an end, the list of world’s richest individuals highlights the success of technology, business and innovation. These people have built massive fortunes by leading groundbreaking companies and creating global impact. From electric cars and social media to luxury goods and investments, their achievements show how determination and vision can change industries and shape the global economy. Let’s explore the top richest people this year.

Richest Person in the World by December 2024

As 2024 comes to an end, Bloomberg has released its global list of billionaires. It is no surprise that the richest people in the world include tech leaders, business tycoons, and strategic investors. These individuals have amassed immense wealth through innovations, entrepreneurship and smart investments. Leading the list is Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, who holds the title of the world’s richest person. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos ranks second on the list.

List of Top-10 Richest Person in the World as of December 2024

Elon Musk of United States, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, stands as the richest people in the world as of December 2024 with an impressive net worth of $474 billion, followed by Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg and Larry Ellison.

Here is the list of top-10 richest person in the world by December 2024:

Rank Name Country Source of Income Net Worth (in billions)
1. Elon Musk United States CEO of Tesla and SpaceX $474B
2. Jeff Bezos United States Founder of Amazon $251B
3. Mark Zuckerberg United States Founder of Meta Platforms $221B
4. Larry Ellison United States Founder of Oracle $194B
5. Bernard Arnault United States CEO of LVMH $178B
6. Larry Page United States CEO of Google $175B
7. Bill Gates United States Co-founder of Microsoft $165B
8. Sergey Brin United States Co-founder of Google $164B
9. Steve Ballmer United States Former CEO of Microsoft, owner of an NBA Team $156B
10. Warren Buffett United States Investor and CEO Berkshire Hathaway $143B

Mukesh Ambani’s Position on World’ Richest Man List of December 2024

Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, is India’s richest person with a net worth of $96.3 billion. Reliance’s businesses include petrochemicals, telecommunications and retail. However, Ambani’s net worth has declined in recent years due to slower growth in these sectors. Currently, Ambani is ranked 17th on Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index.

Gautam Adani’s Position on Bloomberg Billionaire Index

Gautam Adani, known for his ventures in ports, energy and infrastructure, has also faced challenges. His net worth has fallen significantly after controversies and legal issues. The Adani Group came under scrutiny following a report by Hindenburg Research in 2023. Additionally, accusations of bribery to secure solar energy contracts have further impacted Adani’s wealth.

What is Bloomberg Billionaires Index?

The Bloomberg Billionaires Index started in March 2012. It is a daily list of the 500 richest people in the world, ranked by their total wealth. Each billionaires has a profile on the list, and there is a tool to compare the wealth of different billionaires. The list is updated every day after the New York stock market closes.

Akansha Arora

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