A demonstrator holds burning mock dollar bills with the face of US President Donald Trump during a protest against the tariffs on Brazilian products imposed by US President Donald Trump, in front of the United States Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil, August 1, 2025. Representational Image/Reuters
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Firstpost19-01-2026, 08:57

Trump's Fortune Soars: Real Estate, Crypto, and Global Deals Fuel Wealth in Second Term

  • Donald Trump's net worth has sharply increased during his second presidential term, diversifying beyond traditional real estate into technology, cryptocurrency, and global ventures.
  • His real estate portfolio, valued at approximately $2.5 billion by Forbes, remains significant but is no longer the sole growth driver.
  • Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), owner of Truth Social, merged with TAE Technologies in a $6 billion deal, positioning it in the energy sector despite previous losses.
  • A dramatic shift to cryptocurrency saw Trump launch his own memecoin ($TRUMP) and stablecoin business (USD1), generating hundreds of millions in fees and trading profits.
  • Global branding deals in countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, along with licensing for Bibles, guitars, watches, and sneakers, have further boosted his family's wealth.

Why It Matters: Donald Trump's second term has seen a massive surge in his family's wealth through diversified ventures.

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