The number of dollar millionaires in the world reached a new record at the end of 2025. The global population of individuals with investable wealth of at least 1 million dollars reached 25.3 million people. The growth came from an increase of almost 2 million new millionaires compared to 2024. The total wealth of this group also marked a historic peak.
The consultancy Capgemini released the data at World Wealth Report 2026. The advance reflects the good performance of stock markets and the reduction in inflation in several economies. Tecnologias like artificial intelligence has contributed to wealth accumulation by boosting specific market sectors.
Global Crescimento exceeds previous expectations
The 7.9% increase in the population of millionaires represented the biggest annual gain in five years. At the same time, the total wealth of these individuals rose 8.7% to $98.3 trillion. The value is equivalent to more than the combined GDP of the world’s 20 largest economies in 2024.
Robust equity markets in different regions supported the result. The slowdown in inflation allowed investors to see real appreciation in their portfolios. Analistas noted that the environment especially favored technology and semiconductor assets.
Estados Unidos lead addition of new millionaires
Os Estados Unidos added 736 thousand new millionaires throughout 2025. The total in the country reached 8.7 million people. Esse was the biggest absolute gainer among all analyzed markets.
The performance of American stock markets, driven by technology companies, explained much of the advance. Outros countries also recorded significant increases, but on a smaller scale.
- Estados Unidos: 8.7 million millionaires
- Japão: strong addition of 436 thousand new millionaires
- Alemanha: 11.1% growth in the high-income population
- China: increase of 154 thousand millionaires despite regional variations
The list above highlights the main contributors to the global record.
Concentração of wealth in few countries
Quatro nations account for almost two-thirds of all the millionaires on the planet. Estados Unidos, Japão, Alemanha and China appear at the top of the ranking by volume. Essa distribution reinforces historical inequalities in access to mature financial markets.
Na Ásia-Pacific, wealth growth reached 10.5%, the highest among regions. Demand for semiconductors especially benefited Japão and other local markets. Na Europa, the recovery came after a year of decline, with Luxemburgo and Alemanha standing out.
Impacto of artificial intelligence in the accumulation of fortunes
Artificial intelligence has emerged as one of the main vectors of increasing wealth. Technology-linked Empresas delivered high returns to investors. Isso has allowed many professionals and entrepreneurs to enter the group of millionaires.
The Capgemini report points out that optimism about AI has influenced investment decisions on a global scale. Portfólios with exposure to technology stocks posted above-average gains. However, the growth was not uniform. Regiões like América Latina had modest expansion, of just 0.3% in the millionaire population.
Regional Detalhes reveal distinct dynamics
América of Norte grew 9.1% in the high-income population. Canadá added 30 thousand new millionaires. Na Europa, the 6.5% advance came after a decline in 2024. Países like Marrocos, in África, registered the highest percentages of local growth, driven by precious metal prices.
Brasil and other emerging markets in the region have shown mixed results. Trade uncertainty has limited the pace of creation of new millionaires, although some sectors have recovered.
Especialistas closely follows how these numbers affect the wealth management market. Bancos private companies and consultancies adjust strategies to serve a larger and more demanding clientele. The focus is on diversification and investment alternatives.
The report was based on research with more than 6,500 high-income individuals across different continents. The data was collected in early 2026 and reflects the close of 2025. Tendências as intergenerational wealth transfer also gains attention in the coming years.