Written by: A. Hamilton

Former President Donald Trump has seen a significant increase in his net worth, reaching a staggering $6.5 billion, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaire Index. This sudden surge in wealth can be attributed to several key factors.

Firstly, Trump’s recent legal battle proved to be a turning point in his financial situation. Facing a lawsuit that required him to post a bond of over $500 million, a state appeals court reduced the amount to $175 million. This favorable outcome provided Trump with a lifeline and allowed him to maintain his financial stability.

Additionally, Trump’s social media company, Trump Media & Technology Group, successfully concluded a 29-month-long merger process.

As a result, the shares of the company, which are valued at billions of dollars, are now officially owned by Trump. This development alone contributed to a significant increase in his net worth, amounting to more than $4 billion.

It is worth noting that Trump has been wealthy for most of his life, but his fortune primarily consisted of real estate properties. However, recent investigations revealed that the value of these properties had been artificially inflated for over a decade, enabling Trump and his company to secure better loan terms. This revelation shed light on the true extent of Trump’s wealth, surpassing his previous peak of $3.1 billion.

Despite his newfound wealth, Trump still faced a financial crisis due to a $454 million verdict against him. However, he quickly pledged to cover the lowered amount, either through cash or a bond. It is important to note that Trump’s windfall from the Trump Media merger cannot be accessed immediately, as his shares are locked for approximately six months.

The completion of the merger was not without its challenges, as it faced investigation and settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as last-minute lawsuits from executives and investors.

Overcoming these hurdles ultimately led to the inclusion of Trump’s shares in Bloomberg's calculation of his net worth. Previously, his stake was undervalued at just $22.5 million based on his most recent financial disclosure form.

With his revised fortune, Trump now finds himself among the world’s wealthiest 500 individuals, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This achievement places him on par with notable figures such as Joe Ricketts, Gordon Getty, and Tony James.

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As Trump continues his campaign to return to the White House, his net worth, at least on paper, is comparable to his peers. However, it is important to note that the Bloomberg wealth index consistently places his net worth lower than his own estimates.

The calculations are based on ethics disclosures required for presidential candidates, public filings related to significant real estate holdings, and staff reporting.

Donald Trump’s net worth has skyrocketed to $6.5 billion, primarily due to a favorable legal outcome and the successful completion of a merger process for his social media company. These developments have allowed him to join the ranks of the world’s wealthiest individuals, as he continues to navigate the realms of business and politics.