Fri Oct 11 08:03:27 UTC 2024: ## India’s Richest Hit Trillion-Dollar Mark: Stock Market Boom Fuels Wealth Surge
India’s wealthiest individuals have collectively reached a record-breaking milestone, crossing the trillion-dollar mark for the first time ever. This surge in wealth, highlighted by Forbes, is driven by a robust stock market, fueled by increased investments in IPOs and mutual funds.
Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, remains at the top of the Forbes 2024 list of India’s 100 richest, with a net worth of $108.3 billion, placing him as the 13th richest person globally. Ambani’s wealth grew by $27.5 billion over the past year.
The total wealth of the top 100 on the list reached a record $1.1 trillion, a 40% jump from 2023. This significant increase is attributed to a strong stock market, with the BSE Sensex gaining 30% since last year. More than 80% of those on the list saw their wealth increase, with 58 adding $1 billion or more to their net worth.
Gautam Adani, chairman of the Adani Group, secured second place with a family wealth of $116 billion, adding $48 billion to their fortune, making them the biggest dollar gainers of the year. This impressive rise follows a recovery from the impact of the Hindenburg report, which had initially caused a sharp drop in the group’s market value.
The news highlights the booming Indian economy and the growing wealth disparity within the country.
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