The number of billionaires worldwide is rising steadily each year — and India is no exception. The list of the country’s ultra-wealthy continues to expand, with two Indian cities now ranked among the world’s
top ten billionaire hubs.
According to a recent report by the Hurun Research Institute, shared by World of Statistics on social media platform X, the cities with the highest number of billionaires include New York, London, Mumbai, Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Moscow, New Delhi, and San Francisco.
New York Tops The List
With 119 billionaires, New York leads the world as the city with the most billionaires. The city is also home to the two largest stock exchanges globally, the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, reinforcing its reputation as the financial capital of the world.
Mumbai Rises To Third Place
Mumbai, India’s financial powerhouse, now ranks third globally with 92 billionaires, surpassing cities like Beijing and Shanghai. This achievement places Mumbai just behind New York (119) and London (97), showcasing India’s growing economic influence and wealth concentration.
Number of billionaires.
1. 🇺🇸 New York: 119
2. 🇬🇧 London: 97
3. 🇮🇳 Mumbai: 92
4. 🇨🇳 Beijing: 91
5. 🇨🇳 Shanghai: 87
6. 🇨🇳 Shenzhen: 84
7. 🇭🇰 Hong Kong: 65
8. 🇷🇺 Moscow: 59
9. 🇮🇳 New Delhi: 57
10. 🇺🇸 San Francisco: 52(Hurun Research Institute)
— World of Statistics (@stats_feed) November 8, 2025
Delhi Joins The Billionaire Club
India’s capital, New Delhi, also made it to the global top ten, ranking ninth with 57 billionaires. The city’s rise reflects the expanding presence of business magnates, industrialists, and entrepreneurs within India’s economic and political heart.
Global Ranking Of Billionaire Cities
| Rank | City | Number of Billionaires |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | 119 |
| 2 | London | 97 |
| 3 | Mumbai | 92 |
| 4 | Beijing | 91 |
| 5 | Shanghai | 87 |
| 6 | Shenzhen | 84 |
| 7 | Hong Kong | 65 |
| 8 | Moscow | 59 |
| 9 | New Delhi | 57 |
| 10 | San Francisco | 52 |









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