Research
November 21, 2024
The global billionaire population increased by 4 percent in 2023, reaching a record high of 3,323 individuals, with total wealth climbing 9 percent to $12.1 trillion. Image credit: Altrata
By Amirah Keaton
Data intelligence firm Altrata is revealing new findings in its latest Billionaire Census.
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