He is originally from France and has simple tastes, but he is now officially the richest man in the world. According to La Prensa Gráfica, this mystery man has a fortune that surpasses $100 billion, placing him among the elite group of individuals with 12-figure fortunes.
This news comes as the number of ultra-wealthy individuals continues to grow, with Univision reporting that there are now 14 people in the world with fortunes exceeding $100 billion. These individuals are part of what Forbes Mexico refers to as the “club of 100,000 million dollars.”
Among these billionaires are also a few Argentines who have made their mark on the business world, with Montevideo Portal highlighting their success and influence in Uruguay.
The latest data from the System Foundation reveals that there are now a record-breaking 2,781 billionaires in the world, with a combined fortune of $14.2 trillion. This staggering wealth highlights the growing economic inequality present in today’s society.
As the number of billionaires continues to rise, it is evident that the wealth gap between the ultra-rich and the rest of society is widening. This news serves as a stark reminder of the importance of addressing economic inequality and ensuring that wealth is distributed more equitably.