France experienced a net loss of 800 millionaires in 2025, driven by political instability, wealth tax debates like Gabriel Zucman's proposal, and attractive tax regimes abroad, despite a large wealthy population remaining.
Over 120 wealthy Britons, including Gary Lineker and Brian Eno, have written an open letter to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging for higher taxes on the richest to foster a more equal society and fund public investment. The group, organized by Patriotic Millionaires, supports a 2% tax on wealth over £10m.
OCBC Hong Kong's 2026 survey reveals 30% of Hong Kong millionaires considering or already living in mainland GBA cities lack full financial planning for dual living and retirement, despite high satisfaction with current lifestyles. Healthcare, lower costs, and spacious housing are key drivers, but managing expenses and responsibilities across jurisdictions poses challenges.
In 2025, nearly one million people worldwide joined the ranks of US dollar millionaires, with the US leading in absolute numbers. Eastern European countries, particularly Lithuania, saw the fastest percentage growth in new millionaires.
Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over undeclared financial gifts from a crypto billionaire and a convicted fraudster. His defense, led by Robert Jenrick, has been met with skepticism, highlighting inconsistencies and a pattern of opacity in Farage's finances.
A UBS global wealth report indicates that while average wealth increased, median wealth declined in Australia and many other nations, highlighting a growing divide. Over 25,000 Australians became millionaires last year, yet middle Australia's wealth is going backwards, largely driven by housing.
La France compte plus de 2,3 millions de millionnaires, soit 35 000 de plus qu'en 2025. Ce chiffre, bien qu'en hausse, reste loin derrière les 23 millions des États-Unis. La croissance est principalement due à la bonne santé des marchés financiers.
California's proposed "billionaire tax" is causing wealthy residents, including millionaires, to consider relocating due to fears the tax could eventually target smaller fortunes. Experts warn of potential interpretation issues and a surge of interest in tax-friendly states.
Melinda French Gates advises newly wealthy tech workers from IPOs to commit to donating at least half their earnings. She emphasizes that wealth is a responsibility, built on public infrastructure and education, and urges against flashy displays of fortune.
SpaceX's record-breaking IPO has created thousands of new millionaires and boosted Elon Musk's personal stake to over $1 trillion. Despite recent market cooling, shares are up 37% since its debut, with President and COO Gwynne Shotwell holding a $2.4 billion stake.
SpaceX's historic IPO has created thousands of millionaires, with over 4,400 employees from various roles set to see their net worth cross the million-dollar mark. The public listing on Nasdaq valued the company at over $2 trillion, transforming risky career choices into substantial financial windfalls.
SpaceX's historic IPO has generated significant wealth for over 4,400 employees, including welders and cafeteria staff, who accumulated company stock over years. The IPO created thousands of new millionaires, with some holding stakes over $100 million, transforming risky career choices into substantial financial windfalls.
SpaceX's IPO has reportedly made thousands of current and former employees millionaires, with initial stock performance exceeding expectations. Elon Musk's net worth also surged, potentially reaching $1 trillion.
The SpaceX IPO has created thousands of new millionaires and billionaires, who are now planning to spend their newfound wealth on luxury properties, watches, and private jet travel, experts say. Real estate agents in California and Texas report increased inquiries from SpaceX employees looking for high-end homes.
Elon Musk is poised to become the world's first trillionaire following SpaceX's massive IPO. The listing could value his stake in the company at $841 billion, pushing his total net worth with Tesla holdings past $1.11 trillion.
The anticipated SpaceX IPO is poised to create thousands of new millionaires, with experts predicting a significant boost to luxury markets. Employees are planning to spend their windfalls on high-end real estate, luxury watches, and private jet travel, particularly in areas near SpaceX hubs.
SpaceX's upcoming IPO is poised to create around 4,000 millionaires, including blue-collar workers, with significant wealth concentrated in Brownsville, Texas. The IPO's staggered lockup and performance-linked releases could allow early access to funds, impacting the local economy and housing market.
Seattle has fallen to 13th place in a new ranking of US cities for attracting foreign businesses and investment, a significant drop from its second-place position last year. The ranking, compiled by the Financial Times and Nikkei, cited concerns over the city's 'perceived' anti-business image and economic policies.
US officials and tech investors suspect China is funding local opposition to data centers, but evidence is thin. OpenAI banned Chinese accounts using ChatGPT for anti-data center content, but deemed the impact limited. Independent researchers find little proof of a coordinated campaign, suggesting genuine local concerns are the primary driver.
Global millionaire population grew 7.9% to 25.3 million in 2025, with total wealth up 8.7%. Ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) saw 9.4% population growth and now hold 35% of all millionaire wealth, driven by access to private investments. The US added 730,000 new millionaires.
Several German states are observing Fronleichnam/Corpus Christi, a major Catholic holiday. Meanwhile, a new study reveals a record 25.3 million millionaires globally in 2025, with Germany ranking third.
The number of dollar millionaires worldwide surged in 2025, with Germany ranking third globally with 1.78 million HNWIs. Their wealth increased by 12.7% to $7.1 trillion, driven by booming stock markets and easing inflation.
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A report indicates three-quarters of UK millionaires would pay more tax. The author argues for an opt-out "solidarity tax surcharge" to convert willingness into revenue, citing behavioural research on opt-in vs. opt-out systems.
