Core Insights - Warren Buffett's net worth has increased significantly from $67.5 billion in 2020 to $148.1 billion, adding $82 billion over the past five years [2][4] - Buffett is currently ranked No. 9 on Forbes' 400 Richest People in America, surpassing Bill Gates but still behind Jeff Bezos [3][4] Berkshire Hathaway Performance - Berkshire Hathaway's Class A shares have risen by 13%, contributing to Buffett's wealth increase [4] - The company's liquid assets, including cash and Treasury bills, have doubled in value to $334 billion in 2024 [4][5] - Berkshire Hathaway's total worth is estimated at $1.2 trillion [5] Philanthropy and Wealth Distribution - Buffett has donated approximately 57% of his Berkshire shares since 2006, which would have made him the richest person in the world had he retained them [6] - He has pledged to donate over 99% of his wealth, amounting to at least $148 billion, with $65 billion already given away [6]
How Much Richer Warren Buffett Has Gotten Over the Last 5 Years