Wow... and who was it that said the economy was the worst ever. Looks like the rich got much richer lately.Gates' estimated wealth rose to $48 billion from $46 billion in 2003, followed closely by billionaire investor Warren Buffett with $41 billion. But the magazine said Gates' net worth did not include the $28 billion he gave away to charities over the past years. Otherwise, his combined assets could top $76 billion.
Buffett, nicknamed the "Oracle of Omaha," was the biggest dollar gainer on the list with a $5 billion net increase, Forbes said.
Paul Allen, Microsoft's co-founder, stood at No. 3 with $20 billion, down $2 billion from 2003.
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