Currently, there are 15 individuals globally valued at over $100 billion. The majority are Americans, notably the Walton family, who inherited wealth from Walmart's founder. Key figures include Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Warren Buffett, with Musk at $330 billion despite stock fluctuations. Notably, Bernard Arnault and Amancio Ortega, the only non-Americans, also make this elite list. The majority of these billionaires are founders of tech companies or have significant ties to major corporations, showcasing the dominance of the tech industry in today’s wealth landscape.
The number of people worldwide worth $100 billion or more has hit 15. All but two are Americans, and all but four made money on their own.
Elon Musk remains at the top of the list despite a sharp fall in Tesla's stock, his net worth is $330 billion, down just over $100 billion this year.
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