Global Wealth of Top 10 Billionaires Rises from $559 Billion to $2.6 Trillion in a Decade

Over the past decade, the combined wealth of the world's 10 richest individuals surged from $559 billion in 2016 to nearly $2.6 trillion in 2026. This growth is largely driven by technology companies and rising stock markets. Elon Musk leads with an estimated net worth of $682 billion, followed by Alphabet cofounders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. While many names remain consistent, their rankings and fortunes have shifted significantly.