Global personal wealth surged 10.8% in 2025, the fastest pace in years, creating nearly one million new U.S. dollar millionaires, according to a UBS Global Wealth Report. Strong financial markets and a depreciating dollar against the euro contributed to the growth, though wealth inequality also deepened.
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IN SHORT
Global personal wealth surged 10.8% in 2025, the fastest pace in years, creating nearly one million new U.S. dollar millionaires, according to a UBS Global Wealth Report. Strong financial markets and a depreciating dollar against the euro contributed to the growth, though wealth inequality also deepened.
Frequently asked questions
Global personal wealth grew by 10.8% in 2025, marking the fastest pace in years.
Nearly one million new U.S. dollar millionaires were created globally in 2025.
The United States accounted for almost half of the global growth, with over 440,000 new millionaires.
Strong financial markets and the depreciation of the U.S. dollar against the euro were key factors.
Wealth inequality deepened since 2020, with median wealth declining in most countries.
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01The report analyzes wealth trends across 56 global markets.
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