The world’s three richest individuals – Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg – have seen their fortunes skyrocket during President Donald Trump’s second term. While their wealth was already substantial, the past few years have witnessed unprecedented growth, driven by market conditions, business performance, and legal wins. This analysis breaks down exactly how much richer they’ve become, based on data from Forbes and the Financial Times.
Elon Musk: From $195 Billion to $767 Billion
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has experienced the most dramatic wealth increase. According to Forbes, his net worth has jumped from $195 billion in 2024 to a staggering $767.1 billion as of January 29, 2025. This growth was accelerated by a recent Delaware Supreme Court ruling upholding his Tesla stock options award, pushing him past the $600 billion and then the $700 billion mark for the first time.
- 2024 Net Worth: $195 billion
- 2025 Net Worth: $342 billion
- Current Worth (Jan. 29, 2025): $767.1 billion
The Financial Times estimates Musk accumulated roughly $234 billion in additional wealth during Trump’s second term. However, given his recent gains, this figure may be conservative.
Jeff Bezos: From $194 Billion to $249.7 Billion
Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, has seen his net worth rise from $194 billion in 2024 to $249.7 billion today. While now ranked No. 5 on Forbes’ real-time billionaires list, his wealth has still grown significantly. The Financial Times estimates Bezos has added approximately $15 billion since the start of Trump’s second term, though this figure could be higher.
- 2024 Net Worth: $194 billion
- 2025 Net Worth: $215 billion
- Current Worth (Jan. 29, 2025): $249.7 billion
Mark Zuckerberg: From $177 Billion to $252.8 Billion
Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Meta (formerly Facebook), has also experienced substantial wealth accumulation. His net worth has climbed from $177 billion in 2024 to $252.8 billion currently. The Financial Times estimates his growth at around $1.9 billion since the beginning of Trump’s second term, while Forbes suggests a higher increase.
- 2024 Net Worth: $177 billion
- 2025 Net Worth: $216 billion
- Current Worth (Jan. 29, 2025): $252.8 billion
Why This Matters: The extraordinary wealth accumulation of these tech leaders during Trump’s second term highlights the increasing concentration of wealth at the top. This trend raises questions about economic inequality, the influence of tech monopolies, and the impact of policy decisions on wealth distribution. The numbers demonstrate a clear upward shift in fortunes for those already at the peak, while broader economic conditions may not have improved for most individuals.
