New York, March 28 -- With 870 billionaires, the United States has reclaimed its position as the world's leader in billionaires, surpassing China for the first time since 2016, according to the latest 'Hurun Global Rich List 2025'.

This is an increase of 70 billionaires from the previous year for the US while China follows with 823 billionaires, adding just nine to its tally. India ranks third with 284 billionaires, adding 13 new billionaires this year. By city, New York retained its title as the world's billionaire capital for the second consecutive year, while London remained in second place.

The Hurun report also highlights that 175 Indian billionaires have seen their wealth increase, while 109 either experienced a decline or no chan...