Business Insider
The 16 industries that have made America's richest people, from tech to trucking
xCruzo Brief
Finance and technology may dominate headlines, but Forbes’ 2026 “400 richest people” list shows wealth is being minted across a wider set of industries. Based on Business Insider’s analysis of the estimated snapshot of America’s richest as of Sept. 4, finance & investments leads with 108 people, topped by Warren Buffett’s $144 billion. Technology follows with 91 members, including Elon Musk at $908 billion. Food & beverage has 35, fashion & retail 26, and energy 23. The count reflects Forbes entries and an “& family” tag, not necessarily distinct individuals.
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