Where do we get these figures?
For this tool to serve as a true mirror of inequality, data accuracy is vital. We do not invent the figures; we translate them. Below, we detail the sources and formulas we use to calculate the magnitude of these fortunes:
Wealth and market sources
- Real-time fortunes: Net worth values are based on monthly updated data from our billionaires API.
- Exchange rates: Global exchange rates are constantly updated to provide an accurate localized experience.
- Geopolitical data (GDP): Power comparisons against entire nations use monthly updates of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) provided by the World Bank.
The formula of temporal inequality (Salary vs. Wealth)
To calculate how much a billionaire earns per second, we estimate an annual wealth increase of 13%.
This figure is divided by a standard 45-hour workweek (equivalent to 8.4 million seconds).
This calculation allows us to establish a completely symmetrical and fair comparison against the traditional workday of any user.
The cost of saving the world (Impact)
We simplify the visual presentation of global issues, but maintain strict data rigor.
The costs for initiatives such as "vaccinating the world" or "ending hunger" are estimates based on recent official reports, including 2024 WHO data and 2023 FAO estimates.