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Forbes names Jeff Bezos as the world's richest person, for the first time, at $112 billion net worth.
On March 6, 2018, Forbes declared Jeff Bezos the world’s richest person for the first time, with a net worth of $112 billion.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos surpassed long-time leader Bill Gates to claim the top spot on the Forbes billionaire list. His wealth milestone reflected Amazon’s rapid growth in e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital streaming. Bezos’s personal fortune soared as the company’s stock price climbed throughout the year. The announcement sparked discussions on wealth inequality and corporate influence. Bezos pledged to invest in future ventures, including space exploration through Blue Origin. The transition highlighted the burgeoning power of technology magnates in the 21st century. Forbes’s ranking remains a barometer for global economic shifts and personal success stories.
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