中国内地新增70位亿万富豪，98%中国亿万富豪都是白手起家，蜜雪冰城张氏兄弟等新上榜

Group 1 - The number of billionaires is projected to reach 2,919 by 2025, with total wealth hitting a record $15.8 trillion, reflecting a 13% increase [1] - The Asia-Pacific region leads in billionaire growth, with the number of billionaires rising from 981 to 1,036, and China adding 70 new billionaires, totaling 470, second only to the U.S. [1][3] - The report highlights that 79% of Asia-Pacific billionaires are self-made, indicating a sustained trend of increasing self-made billionaires [3] Group 2 - In 2024, 161 entrepreneurs are expected to cross the $1 billion threshold, holding assets of $305.6 billion, up from 84 individuals and $140.7 billion in 2023 [3] - The total wealth of Chinese billionaires reached $1.8 trillion, with a year-on-year growth of 22.2%, predominantly driven by self-made entrepreneurs [3] - The technology sector saw a 23.8% increase in billionaire wealth, totaling $3 trillion, making it one of the top wealth-generating industries alongside consumer and retail [4] Group 3 - 63% of surveyed billionaires prefer North America for investments, although this is a decrease from 80% in 2024 [4] - A significant increase in interest for investment opportunities in Greater China is noted, with 34% of billionaires believing it offers the greatest potential, up from 11% in 2024 [4]