Foreign-born entrepreneurs, investors and technology executives have continued to shape the United States economy, with immigrant billionaires now controlling a combined fortune estimated at $2.2tn. South Africa-born Elon Musk emerged as the wealthiest immigrant billionaire in America with an estimated net worth of $927bn, generated through businesses including Tesla and SpaceX. Several entrepreneurs featured in the ranking attributed their success to educational opportunities, innovation and the business environment available in the United States. The Forbes ranking reflects the diverse origins of America’s wealthiest immigrant billionaires and illustrates the role of global talent in driving innovation, investment and economic growth across multiple industries. Top 10 richest immigrant billionaires in America