The global wealth map is reshaping: India is overtaking major European economies, and Poland is leading in growth.
The US remains the undisputed hub of global wealth, home to over 251,000 ultra-high-net-worth individuals holding tens of millions of dollars each. That is more than double the count in second-place China, which sits at 122,000. Together, the two nations account for roughly 55% of the world’s ultra-wealthy population.
The real surprise, however, is India. In just five years, it vaulted from 10th to 6th place, overtaking Japan, Switzerland, Australia, and Italy. India now counts nearly 20,000 ultra-wealthy residents, a boom fueled by a surging economy, a tech explosion, and roaring financial markets.
Growth rates show another shift. Poland led the world, doubling its ultra-wealthy population with a 109% increase since 2021. While global capital remains anchored in a few massive economies, the wealth map is clearly shifting as new players gain serious ground.