Mark Zuckerberg Surpasses Jeff Bezos as World's Second-Richest Person

Zuckerberg's wealth surged due to a significant rise in Meta's stock value, placing him behind only Elon Musk.

Mark Zuckerberg's net worth has reached $206 billion, surpassing Jeff Bezos, who is now valued at $205 billion.
Meta's stock has increased by over 70% this year, significantly boosting Zuckerberg's wealth.
Zuckerberg's fortune grew by $78 billion in 2024, the largest increase among the world's 500 richest individuals.
The rise in Meta's share price is attributed to strong performance in its advertising business and advancements in AI technology.
Elon Musk remains the world's richest person with a net worth of $256 billion, maintaining a lead over Zuckerberg.