Gautam Adani Asia richest again as he overtakes Mukesh Ambani, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Gautam Adani, founder of Adani Group, has reclaimed the top spot in Asia with a net worth of $92.6 billion as of April 17, 2026.
Global rankings and comparison
- Gautam Adani: $92.6 billion (Rank 19 globally)
- Mukesh Ambani: $90.8 billion (Rank 20 globally)
The Gautam Adani Asia richest again moment highlights the close competition between India’s top business leaders.
What drove Adani’s rise
This development comes as his net worth increased by $8.1 billion in 2026, driven by:
- Strong stock performance of Adani Group companies
- Continued investor confidence
- Expansion across infrastructure and energy
Ambani’s position
Meanwhile, Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries has seen a decline of $16.9 billion, reflecting mixed market performance this year.
