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India’s Ultra-Rich Population Could Exceed 25,000 by 2031

India’s Ultra-Rich Population Could Exceed 25,000 by 2031
India’s ultra-rich population could cross 25,000 by 2031, fuelling family-office boom · firstpost.com

India has more than 19,000 people who each own over $30 million in assets.

A report says this number could rise above 25,000 by 2031.

Many became wealthier after companies launched IPOs, sold stakes or completed private equity deals.

As wealth grows, more families are creating special offices to manage their money.

The number of these family offices rose from about 45 in 2018 to nearly 300 by 2024-25.

These offices do more than protect money because they also invest in businesses and new projects.

They are putting money into areas such as technology, renewable energy and private companies.

Wealth is also spreading from major cities to smaller Indian cities.

Younger family members are helping shape longer-term investment decisions.

Key facts

Current UHNI population
More than 19,000 individuals
UHNI definition
Individuals with assets exceeding $30 million
2031 projection
More than 25,000 UHNIs
Family offices in 2018
Around 45
Family offices by 2024-25
Nearly 300, mostly single-family offices
Alternative investments
About 40% to 45% of allocations in many family offices
Billionaire population
More than 200 in 2026, controlling nearly $1 trillion in wealth, according to the report

Quotes

Ashwin Patni

Head of wealth management solutions at Julius Baer India

“Family offices have emerged as one of the most transformative forces shaping India’s private capital ecosystem.”
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“family offices were moving beyond wealth preservation and becoming architects of India’s economic future.”
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