1. 287 new billionaires were created globally this year. 2. US billionaires' wealth surged by 18% to $17.5 trillion. 3. 43% of billionaires plan to increase equity investments in the next year. 4. Billionaires are diversifying investments due to market volatility and policy uncertainty. 5. Over $5.9 trillion will be inherited by billionaires' descendants in 15 years.