
After a tumultuous few weeks on Wall Street, one thing has become undeniably clear: Warren Buffett is still the world’s most astute investor. While global markets have plunged, largely due to President Donald Trump’s tariffs, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) saw his wealth grow substantially.
In an unprecedented two-day market meltdown in early April, the wealth of the 500 richest individuals on the planet collectively dropped by over half a trillion dollars. But among the top 10 wealthiest people worldwide, Buffett stood apart. He was the only one of the top 10 whose net worth surged, with $11.5 billion added to his fortune since Jan. 1.