Report Paints Geographically Nuanced Picture of Global Wealth

Global wealth rose in 2024, according to the UBS Global Wealth Report 2025 — but with significant regional variations.

Over half the personal wealth in the study was in either the United States or mainland China.  Eastern Europe was the fastest-growing region. The report projects personal wealth will continue to grow over the next five years, driven by the U.S.: The world is expected to add over 5 million millionaires in that time.

The report offers a detailed look at the generational distribution of wealth in the U.S., as well as a look at the transfer of wealth that is expected to take place in different global markets over the next 20 to 25 years.

The detailed regional data led to focused coverage of the report in many countries:

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Margaret Steen

Margaret Steen is the editor of FO Pro, The Family Office Professional. Based in Silicon Valley, she has written for Family Business Magazine for more than 15 years.


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