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Taxing billionaires could save nearly 30 million lives

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Economy

The US gains a new ultra-rich every 90 mins. What about Europe?

Europe's ultra-rich population has surged by a quarter over the past five years. On average, more than 20 people join the continent's $30m+ wealth club every day, while 89 people worldwide cross the $30 million wealth threshold daily.

Europe News

Euroviews. Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO: the capitalist space revolution begins

World’s biggest IPO: Elon Musk wants to raise $75bn for SpaceX, making him Earth’s first trillionaire, as Rainer Zitelmann explains in an opinion piece for Euronews how it came about and what happens next.

Business

Slim says Pemex crisis is Mexico's main problem

The richest man in Mexico, Carlos Slim, says the crisis at state oil firm Pemex is the country's main problem, with plunging output, weak investment and debts of about $85bn.

Economy

Which European countries hand the most income to the ultra-rich?

The richest 0.1% in Europe receive about 4.5% of all income, but their share varies widely between countries.

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Europe News

German billionaire Würth warns of 'deindustrialisation spiral'

According to Forbes, Reinhold Würth is one of the three richest Germans with a fortune of $41.9 billion. In an opinion piece for Euronews, Würth explains how Germany can get back on track.

Economy

Who has the most ultra-rich in Europe in 2026 and where are they growing fastest?

The number of people with at least $30 million (€25.7m) in wealth is growing across Europe. Germany has by far the most ultra-rich, and continues to add more.

Business

Where are billionaires multiplying the most over the next five years?

Europe's share of global billionaires is set to rise marginally, while the Americas will see a slight decline despite growing in absolute numbers. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the billionaire boom between 2026 and 2031.

Cinema

James Cameron becomes fifth billionaire film director

James Cameron joins a select few in the billionaire club, and his forthcoming Avatar film is already projected to further his financial status.

Economy

Switzerland weighs up billionaire tax to help fight climate crisis

Switzerland, known as a haven for the super rich, will soon vote on whether to introduce a steep inheritance tax.

Culture news

Billie Eilish blasts Elon Musk as he nears trillionaire status

Billie Eilish has publicly challenged Elon Musk over his soaring wealth through a series of Instagram Stories calling out billionaire hoarding.

Business

LVMH Chief Bernard Arnault sees his wealth jump by $19 billion

The 76-year-old businessman, one of the world's richest individuals, saw his wealth increase by 12% on Wednesday as his LVMH group enjoyed a share rally.

Economy

Which European countries have the most billionaires?

Europe is home to over one-fifth of the world’s billionaires. Germany leads the continent and ranks fourth globally in billionaire numbers.

Business

Elon Musk's fortune briefly jumped to a record $500 billion

The CEO of Tesla saw his fortune rise as the EV maker's shares jumped on the stock market, adding billions to Musk's fortune.

Business

The world's richest person: Larry Ellison briefly replaced Elon Musk

Oracle's shares soared over 40% on Wednesday before slipping slightly, boosting co-founder Larry Ellison's fortune beyond the Tesla CEO's wealth for a few hours.

Economy

Super-wealthy on the move: Italy to attract 3,600 millionaires in 2025

Italy is the third most popular global destination for millionaires seeking tax advantages and a high-quality lifestyle, according to a recent report.

Lifestyle

Protests erupt again in Venice over Bezos and Sanchez's lavish wedding

On the final day of celebrations for the wedding between the billionaire owner of Amazon and the US journalist, hundreds marched through Venice to protest against the exploitation of the historic Italian city.