Rich List
The Richest People in the World (2026): Ranked by Net Worth
The richest person in the world is Elon Musk, worth an estimated $1.1 trillion in 2026 and the first person in history to cross a trillion dollars, a fortune built on Tesla and the blockbuster SpaceX IPO. The ranking below covers every field, from business and tech founders to royalty, investors, retail heirs and industrialists.
The pattern at the very top is ownership of a fast-growing company or a controlling family stake. Tech and luxury founders dominate the largest fortunes, while royals, oil and mining wealth, and inherited retail empires fill out the rest of the list. Each name links to a full profile and biography with the latest net worth figure, so you can see exactly how each fortune was made.
Ranked by Net Worth
| # | Name | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jay-Z💰 Net Worth | $2.5 Billion |
1 profiles · figures are estimates from public sources · more added regularly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the richest person in the world?+
The richest person in the world is Elon Musk, with a fortune worth roughly $1.1 trillion in 2026 after the SpaceX IPO. He is the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX and the first person ever to reach a trillion-dollar net worth.
How much is Elon Musk worth in 2026?+
Elon Musk is worth about $1.1 trillion in 2026, though his fortune swings with Tesla and SpaceX valuations. He briefly topped $1.4 trillion in mid-2026, making him the wealthiest person in history.
Who is the second richest person in the world?+
After Elon Musk, the top of the list is held by tech founders, luxury tycoons and investors such as Larry Page, Bernard Arnault, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg, each worth several hundred billion dollars.
How is net worth on this list calculated?+
Net worth is estimated from public shareholdings, company valuations, real estate, cash and other assets, minus known debts. Figures update as markets move, so the ranking reflects the latest available data.