Bill Gates no longer among 10 wealthiest billionaires in the world
SUMMARY
Bill Gates has officially dropped out of the top 10 wealthiest billionaires in the world, according to the latest rankings from Forbes. Gates’ net worth is now estimated at $107 billion, placing him 12th globally, a significant shift from his long-standing position within the top 10. This marks the end of a 30-year stretch where the Microsoft co-founder was consistently ranked among the world’s richest. In the Forbes 400 list, which ranks the wealthiest Americans, Gates now holds the ninth spot. His ranking has declined by three positions over the past year, marking a nearly 25-year low for him. This drop is attributed in part to his 2021 divorce from Melinda French Gates, who received a substantial settlement. Additionally, Gates has been a major contributor to philanthropy, donating over $59 billion to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, a charity he co-founded with his ex-wife.
