Global wealth reaches new milestones. The “2026 Hurun Global Rich List” report shows that the number of billionaires in the world has exceeded 4,000 for the first time. A total of 4,020 people currently hold billionaire status, which means 578 people have joined the ranks of billionaires in just one year. It almost sounds unreal. Experts say about two new billionaires have been born every day over the past year, at what appears to be a record pace.Technology continues to top the list. Artificial intelligence, aerospace companies, cloud computing and digital platforms are all creating huge wealth. Elon Musk once again leads by a wide margin. Several familiar tech founders followed. The list also shows changes in global wealth, with China now leading the world in the number of billionaires.The following are the top ten richest people on the Hurun Global Rich List in 2026.
| rank | Name | Company/Industry | Net worth (USD) |
| 1 | Elon Musk | Tesla, SpaceX | $792 billion |
| 2 | Jeff Bezos | Amazon | $300 billion |
| 3 | Larry Page | Alphabet (Google) | $271 billion |
| 4 | Larry Ellison | Oracle | Approximately US$250 billion |
| 5 | Warren Buffett | Berkshire Hathaway | Approximately US$240 billion |
| 6 | Mark Zuckerberg | Yuan | $234 billion |
| 7 | Bernard Arnault | LVMH | $178 billion |
| 8 | Jen-Hsun Huang | NVIDIA | $172 billion |
| 9 | Steve Ballmer | Microsoft | Approximately US$165 billion |
| 10 | Sergey Brin | Alphabet (Google) | About US$160 billion |
Elon Musk once again topped the 2026 Hurun Global Rich List. He tops the list with a fortune of approximately $792 billion.It can be seen that Elon Musk’s wealth is mainly contributed by the increase in the value of Tesla and SpaceX. Space technology, satellites and AI-powered vehicles have received significant investment in the past year or so. It is reported that his wealth has increased by nearly 89% in 2026.According to reports, this is the fifth time in six years that Elon Musk has topped the list of the world’s billionaires.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos continues to rank second with an estimated net worth of $300 billion.The growth of Amazon’s cloud division and artificial intelligence services appears to be a major factor in its wealth. According to reports, Amazon Web Services remains one of the most profitable cloud platforms in the world. Bezos has also been expanding his private space company, Blue Origin. The company appears to be ramping up its ambitions in space exploration.
Alphabet co-founder Larry Page joins the top three for the first time, with an estimated fortune of $271 billion. Analysts believe this growth is related to Alphabet’s increasing investment in artificial intelligence technology. From search algorithms to artificial intelligence assistants and cloud computing, the company appears to be deeply embedded in the current tech boom.The surge reportedly puts Page ahead of several other long-standing tech leaders.
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison remains one of the richest people in the world, with an estimated net worth of about $250 billion. Ellison’s fortune appears to be tied to the expansion of Oracle’s cloud infrastructure services and artificial intelligence-driven enterprise software. These divisions have reportedly been driving the company’s steady growth.Even in his eighties, Ellison remains closely involved in the business he founded decades ago.
Warren Buffett remains one of the most respected investors in the world. His net worth is approximately $240 billion. The Berkshire Hathaway chairman reportedly amassed his wealth through long-term investments in finance, energy, consumer goods and insurance. Analysts say his approach may seem traditional in an era of tech billionaires, but it still appears to be highly effective.
Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg currently ranks sixth with a fortune of $234 billion.His wealth has only grown slightly compared to others on this list. Still, Meta continues to invest heavily in artificial intelligence, social media platforms and digital technology. Experts say these investments could significantly impact the company’s future growth.
Bernard Arnott is the only non-American in the top ten.The chairman of luxury goods group LVMH has an estimated fortune of $178 billion. According to reports, high-end brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Tiffany continue to attract strong global demand. Even with economic uncertainty in some markets, luxury goods appear to remain resilient.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang breaks into the global top 10 for the first time, with an estimated net worth of $172 billion. His wealth has reportedly increased as Nvidia’s market capitalization exceeds $5 trillion. Demand for AI chips and computing power appears to be surging. Many experts now view Nvidia as one of the most critical companies in advancing artificial intelligence.
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer continues to benefit from his long-term stake in the company. His net worth is estimated at $165 billion. Microsoft’s expansion into cloud computing and artificial intelligence services appears to be boosting the company’s value. In addition to technology, Ballmer is also known for owning the NBA team the Los Angeles Clippers.
Alphabet co-founder Sergey Brin rounds out the top 10 with an estimated fortune of $160 billion. Brin’s success is partly due to Alphabet’s position in the artificial intelligence, cloud computing and digital advertising markets that appear to be driving long-term growth. Page and Brin’s collaboration has made them among the most influential figures in the technology industry today.
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