As of January 31, 2025, Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has an estimated net worth of approximately $239 billion, making him the second-richest person in the world. His wealth primarily stems from his significant ownership stake in Amazon, which he founded in 1994. In addition to Amazon, Bezos has diversified his investments into various sectors, including aerospace with Blue Origin and media with the acquisition of The Washington Post. His substantial fortune allows him to make significant i

Elon Musk has amassed a fortune, but because the majority of his wealth is tied to Tesla shares and stock options, it dips and rises by the day, sometimes by more than 10 billion dollars. For about a year, it has hovered around 200 billion, more than the GDP of over 150 countries. Here’s how he became one of the world’s richest people, and where he spends his money. Editor's Note: The map of Bulgaria is incorrectly represented at 0:25. | Business Insider