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Over the past 40 years, the title of the world's richest person has shifted from Japanese real estate magnates to American tech billionaires. Bill Gates held the title for 18 of the 40 years, including a record 13 consecutive years. Yoshiaki Tsutsumi dominated early rankings, reflecting Japan's real estate boom. Elon Musk's wealth reached unprecedented levels, with estimates of $923 billion in September 2026. The sources of wealth have evolved from real estate to technology, e-commerce, and electric vehicles. Forbes' historical data has been adjusted for inflation, showing significant fluctuations in billionaire fortunes due to asset prices.