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UBS wealth surge in the U.S. supports potential S&P 500 upside in 2025

Jul 2, 2026, 10:07 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The report signals robust U.S. wealth growth and equity exposure, which can support consumer spending and equity demand, potentially lifting the S&P 500. However, wealth inequality and currency moves introduce dispersion risk that could cap upside.

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UBS estimates nearly 1 million people became millionaires in 2025, with the U.S. accounting for about half and U.S. equities up roughly 18% for the year. Global wealth rose 10.8% as stock gains outpaced wealth declines in many markets, though median U.S. wealth fell about 20% since 2020. The report highlights potential shifts toward more U.S. exposure and cross-border asset allocation.

UBS: nearly 1 million Americans became millionaires in 2025. The U.S. led the gains.
US accounts for roughly half of new millionaires; about 1,200/day.
Global wealth rose 10.8% in 2025, fastest since 2017.
U.S. stock market up ~18% in 2025.
Wealth gaps widened; U.S. median wealth fell ~20% since 2020.

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