Elon Musk Tops Bloombergs Billionaires Index with $367 Billion Net Worth

Tech mogul Elon Musk is the world’s richest person with an estimated net worth of $367 billion, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index. His fortune, closely tied to Tesla’s share price, peaked at around $439 billion in December 2024. Musk’s wealth fluctuates, often trading places with other billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg. His net worth is primarily derived from Tesla shares, SpaceX stock, and other investments such as Twitter and The Boring Company. Musk’s financial journey includes significant milestones like the sale of Zip2, the founding of PayPal, and his leadership roles at Tesla and SpaceX. His wealth has seen dramatic increases, particularly during the pandemic, but also faces volatility due to market conditions and company performance.