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UK Billionaires Plummet; King Charles Gains £30 Million

5/17/2025

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The Sunday Times Rich List unveils a striking drop in UK billionaires, as King Charles sees his wealth soar by £30 million to £640 million, placing him alongside Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty at rank 238. Meanwhile, the Hinduja family retains its title as the wealthiest, despite a dip in their fortune, now valued at over £35 billion.

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The Sunday Times Rich List unveils a striking drop in UK billionaires, as King Charles sees his wealth soar by £30 million to £640 million, placing him alongside Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty at rank 238. Meanwhile, the Hinduja family retains its title as the wealthiest, despite a dip in their fortune, now valued at over £35 billion.