SINGAPORE, Sept. 5 -- The combined wealth of Singapore's richest 50 individuals and families has jumped 23 per cent to a record US$239 billion (RM1.05 trillion), according to US business and financial media companyForbes.

The latest Forbes list, released on Thursday, credited the surge to stronger-than-expected economic growth and buoyant tech and property markets.

Singapore's economy grew 4.3 per cent in the first half of 2025, helped by what Forbes described as an "export overdrive" despite global tariff uncertainties.

Eduardo Saverin, Facebook co-founder and longtime Singapore resident, retained his position at the top of the list for a third straight year.

His net worth climbed by US$14 billion to US$43 billion, Forbes reported, a...