The 16 industries that have made America's richest people, from tech to trucking

Business Insider | 23-09-2026 08:59pm |

An analysis of the 2026 Forbes 400 list reveals that finance and technology have produced the most billionaires in the US, accounting for nearly half of the 400 richest people. However, other industries such as trucking and pest control have also generated billion-dollar fortunes. The common denominator among the wealthiest individuals is being a founder or an heir. The article lists 16 industries that have made America's richest people.

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