Us plebs might not have heard of all the world’s wealthiest people, but you can bet your bottom dollar that they push the buttons of global influence just like the tech bros who are household names.
This report reveals how much money individuals require in order to be among the top 1% of the wealthiest in their countries.
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To qualify as a high-net-worth individual (HNWI), you must have a net wealth of seven figures or more in US dollar terms.
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So you’ve cracked the top 1%. Well played, but if you want to join the real elite bracket, you’ll need to step things up considerably.
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If you’re keen to join the 1%, you’ll have to accumulate a fair sum of net wealth, albeit far less than in other parts of the world.