The 2023 Forbes 400: Richest Americans and Notable Drops
The Forbes 400 list of the richest Americans reveals that the wealthiest individuals in the U.S. have seen a significant increase in their wealth, with a collective net worth of $4.5 trillion, tying a record set in 2021. Elon Musk retains the top spot with an estimated net worth of $251 billion, followed by Jeff Bezos and Larry Ellison. The tech tycoons on the list have experienced a boost in wealth, largely driven by the AI industry. Eighteen new faces joined the list, including Michael Jordan and Josh Kushner, while 24 individuals dropped off, including Donald Trump and Evan Spiegel. The list remains predominantly male, with only 15% representation of women.