TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - As the year officially welcomed the third-quarter mark, there has been a steady shift on the rankings of the richest men in the world. Propelled by inflation trends today, the majority of these wealthy individuals have reportedly lost some figures from their staggering fortunes. Despite the distressing wave, not one single frontrunner is slowing down– but instead, catching up at an astonishing pace.
Richest Men in the World
Through its real-time billionaire chart, Forbes revealed the stronghold of Elon Musk as the richest man in the world, with several familiar names also making into the rankings. See the complete snapshot below.
1. Elon Musk - US$393.1 billion
Elon Musk is the richest man in the world for multiple consecutive years, led by his hefty investments in a large variety of companies. The founder of robust technology, Tesla, has a jaw-dropping net worth standing at US$393.1 billion, surpassing many reigning conglomerates.
His name is tied to the fascinating innovation across industries, from a leading space technology company, Space X, and artificial intelligence startup xAI, to a global buzzing social media platform X.
2. Larry Ellison - US$275.9 billion
As a co-founder of software giant, Oracle, and the rightful owner of 40% stakes, Larry Ellison’s title as the second-richest man in the world is expected. Though it has been a decade since his reign as the CEO of Oracle, Ellison’s business ventures never experience a lag.
His business empire continues to thrive, with the billionaire holding massive investments across major industries, including a staggering 15 million shares in Tesla alone.
3. Mark Zuckerberg - US$247.9 billion
As one of today’s most influential business leaders, Mark Zuckerberg is now harvesting the rewards of seeds he planted over a decade ago. Back in 2004, Harvard student Mark Zuckerberg launched a modest networking site for his fellow students—what the world now knows as Facebook.
The humble project quickly snowballed into a global social media powerhouse, catapulting Zuckerberg into a wildly successful and profitable journey to tech stardom.
4. Jeff Bezos - US$236.8 billion
Forbes recorded Jeff Bezos to be the only billionaire on the list experiencing a leap on its sky-high valuation, having gained US$54 million of wealth. For this, Bezos secured another accolade among the richest men in the world. As the brilliant force behind Amazon, he revolutionized the way the world shops, leaving an indelible mark on the e-commerce industry and reshaping retail as we know it.
5. Bernard Anault & Family - US$147.7 billion
Overseeing an extraordinary portfolio of 75 prestigious fashion and beauty brands, including legendary names like Louis Vuitton, Sephora, and Tiffany & Co. these legendary conglomerates stand at the forefront of the most powerful families in the world.
Following the groundbreaking acquisition of Christian Dior in 1984, Bernard Arnault’s remarkable legacy continues to flourish through his family. All five of his children now play pivotal roles in steering LVMH’s ongoing success, ensuring the empire’s influence spans generations.
6. Larry Page - US$146.2 billion
For much of his life, Larry Page has held a steady spot among the richest men in the world. In 1998, alongside Sergey Brin, he co-founded Google which then revolutionized the internet with their innovative search ranking algorithm. Today, with a net worth of US$146.2 billion, Page’s influence endures through his role as co-founder and board member of Alphabet.
7. Warren Buffet - US$143.1 billion
Warren Buffett remains a perennial figure on the list of the world’s wealthiest, with a legacy that began remarkably early. The billionaire made a shocking revelation that he bought his first stock at just 11 years old.
Decades later, as the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, his sharp investment acumen has not only built a financial empire but also cemented his place as one of the most iconic and influential figures in modern business history.
8. Steve Ballmer - US$141.3 billion
Joining Microsoft in 1980, Steve Ballmer rose across the ranks to become CEO, steering the company through pivotal growth phases until his departure in 2014.
That same year, Ballmer turned heads in the sports world with his headline-grabbing US$2 billion purchase of the Los Angeles Clippers which marked his high-profile shift from Silicon Valley boardrooms to NBA courtside seats.
9. Sergey Brin - US$139.7 billion
Larry Page’s remarkable Google teammate, Sergey Brin, accounted for a dazzling wealth of US$139.7 billion, making the ambitious figure included among the richest men in the world. With a constant stride toward continuous innovation, Brin is committed to provide financial aid into a high-tech airship project, the LTA Research.
10. Jensen Huang - US$137.9 billion
As of July 2025, Jensen Huang ranks as the tenth richest man in the world—a title built on the explosive rise of Nvidia, the graphic chip powerhouse he co-founded in 1993.
Under Huang’s visionary leadership as CEO, Nvidia’s GPUs have become the gold standard in both gaming and artificial intelligence. His bold bets on AI paid off spectacularly, propelling the company’s market valuation beyond a staggering US$2 trillion in 2024.
To date, the majority of the richest men in the world owe their fortunes to tech-driven empires. These giant companies are projected to continue occupying the top spot of innovation and to dominate the global economy altogether.
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