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Wealth Inequality Soars: Musk and Trump See Massive Gains

1/8/2025

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Wealth inequality escalated in 2024, particularly in the U.S.
The top 500 wealthiest individuals amassed $1.5 trillion, reaching a total of $9.8 trillion.
Elon Musk's wealth surged from $229 billion to $442 billion.
Donald Trump's net worth nearly doubled to over $7 billion, still far below Musk's.
Forbes 400 entry threshold increased to $3.2 billion.

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Story summary

Wealth inequality escalated in 2024, particularly in the U.S.
The top 500 wealthiest individuals amassed $1.5 trillion, reaching a total of $9.8 trillion.
Elon Musk's wealth surged from $229 billion to $442 billion.
Donald Trump's net worth nearly doubled to over $7 billion, still far below Musk's.
Forbes 400 entry threshold increased to $3.2 billion.