In which country are there the most billionaires?

The USA has become the first country in the world by the number of billionaires. Who else is on the list? The number of billionaires in the USA increased by 11.5% over the year, reaching a record 1,265 individuals. According to the Billionaire Census 2026 study by the analytical agency Altrata, American billionaires control 44% of the world's total billionaire wealth. China ranks second in the global ranking, as reported by RTVI US, where the pool of billionaires expanded by 13% over the year to 363 individuals. Germany follows with the highest growth rate of ultra-wealthy individuals among the top 15 countries, with their number increasing by 20% to 221 individuals. Russia holds the fourth position, while the United Kingdom rounds out the top five. At the city level, New York confirmed its title as the global "capital of billionaires," home to 164 individuals with immense fortunes. Hong Kong and San Francisco also make the top three. Overall, analysts recorded a historic milestone: the total number of billionaires on the planet has risen to 3,795, and their combined wealth has exceeded $15.1 trillion.