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Billionaires

Vox’s coverage of the world’s richest people and their impact on the global economy, politics, and more.

Why is there so much secrecy in philanthropy?
Money

Annual top donor lists don’t always include the top donors. A philanthropy expert explains why.

By Whizy Kim
Money
How this billionaire lost half his net worth in a matter of weeksHow this billionaire lost half his net worth in a matter of weeks
Money

Gautam Adani was Asia’s wealthiest man coming into 2023. Now, he’s lost billions after a bombshell report from a small US investment firm.

By Emily Stewart
Money
The trials of Elon MuskThe trials of Elon Musk
Money

A jury found the Tesla CEO not liable in a shareholder lawsuit, but the case revealed a lot about Musk’s refusal to back down.

By Whizy Kim