VIDEO Top 10 from Forbes’ list of 1,426 billionaires

ByDarren O

Carlos Slim

Forbes magazine has compiled their annual list of billionaires. While many of the names at the top are familiar, there was a 16% jump in mega-rich membership with 1,426 rainmakers on the current tally.

Here’s the Top 10 billionaires according to the publication:

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Carlos Slim Helu held his top spot for the 4th year in a row as the Mexican magnate’s net worth went up $4 billion. Here’s a video break-down of the top 10 courtesy of Forbes:

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