🌍 News & Context: The Global Wave of Wealth Migration

Global competition for capital is intensifying, as the world enters an era of unprecedented private wealth migration. According to expert projections, 142,000 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) are expected to relocate in 2025, rising to 165,000 in 2026. This equates to $1.2 trillion in investable wealth shifting across borders, reshaping the economic map of the world.

Where are millionaires moving?

🇦🇪 UAE: Net inflow of +9,800 millionaires. Key attractions include zero income tax, the Golden Visa program, and its emerging status as a global capital of wealth migration.

🇺🇸 USA: Net inflow of +7,500 millionaires. Drivers include the EB-5 Investor Visa Program, the new Trump Gold Card, strong venture capital ecosystems, and a preference for being among established high-net-worth communities.

🇪🇺 Europe (Italy, Portugal, Greece): Combined net inflow of +6,200 millionaires. These destinations are attractive for their favourable tax regimes, residency options, and high-quality lifestyle offerings.

🇹🇭Thailand: Net inflow of +300 millionaires. Positioned as the “new Singapore”, it is emerging as an ambitious destination with most inflows coming from other parts of Asia.

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Which countries are losing millionaires?

▪️United Kingdom: Experiencing a net outflow of over 16,500 millionaires, equating to an estimated $92 billion in lost wealth, largely driven by post-Brexit tax policies.

▪️China, India, Russia, Brazil: Facing significant outflows due to tightening regulatory environments and geopolitical instability.

Why are millionaires relocating?

Fiscal optimisation: Demand for residence programs with favourable tax regimes has increased by 37% since 2020.
Access to international financial centers: Millionaires seek jurisdictions offering robust global connectivity for business and finance.
Geopolitical stability: Relocation is driven by the search for safe, stable environments with freedom for investment and opportunities for growth.

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