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$208 Billion Loss: Billionaires Suffer Historic Wealth Plunge

4/4/2025

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On April 2, a staggering $208 billion vanished from the fortunes of the world's 500 wealthiest individuals, the largest single-day drop since the pandemic began. Mark Zuckerberg faced a $17.9 billion loss, while Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk saw declines of $15.9 billion and $11 billion, respectively. In a surprising twist, Mexico's Carlos Slim emerged wealthier amidst the chaos.

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On April 2, a staggering $208 billion vanished from the fortunes of the world's 500 wealthiest individuals, the largest single-day drop since the pandemic began. Mark Zuckerberg faced a $17.9 billion loss, while Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk saw declines of $15.9 billion and $11 billion, respectively. In a surprising twist, Mexico's Carlos Slim emerged wealthier amidst the chaos.