Something remarkable has been happening in the global economy, quietly but at record pace. The world's wealthiest people are moving countries at rates that analysts describe as historically unprecedented.
In 2024, roughly 134,000 ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) relocated across international borders. In 2025, that number climbed to an estimated 142,000, and forecasters expect the figure to rise even further in 2026.
The reasons range from sweeping tax changes to geopolitical situations to the simple freedom that modern technology now makes possible. In this gallery, we find out the main reasons behind this massive movement of people and money. Click to know more.