Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, Januari 20, 2025, marking a return to political leadership. Before entering politics, Trump spent decades building a business empire spanning real estate, entertainment, and various other industries.
Trump is widely recognized as one of the world’s most prominent billionaires. According to Forbes’ Real Time Net Worth tracker, Trump’s current net worth stands at $6.7 billion or approximately Rp109,60 trillion. This wealth places him at number 472 on Forbes’ list of the world’s richest individuals.
A significant portion of Trump’s fortune is rooted in New York City’s real estate sector, including iconic properties such as Trump Tower. However, the city’s real estate market has faced challenges in recent years due to rising interest rates, shifts in consumer spending toward online platforms, and the growing work-from-home trend.
Beyond real estate, Trump’s portfolio includes golf courses, a vineyard, and ownership stakes in the parent company of Truth Social, a social media platform he founded.
Trump’s Business Empire
As a billionaires Trump has build his business empire over the past decade. according to CNN Indonesia, here’s Trump’s key pillar of Trump business empire.
1. Real Estate
The backbone of Trump’s wealth is his real estate holdings. According to report by CNN Indonesia real estate contribute more than 70% of his total net worth. His portfolio includes marquee properties such as Trump Tower in New York and Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago, with an estimated value of $4.8 billion.
2. Golf Resorts
The Trump Organization operates approximately 18 golf courses and resorts across the United States and internationally. In 2015, financial disclosures to the Federal Election Commission revealed that Trump’s golf courses and resorts generated around $382 million in revenue.
3. Entertainment and Media
Trump Productions LLC, established in 2004, served as the entertainment arm of the Trump Organization. The company produced hit television shows such as The Apprentice and Celebrity Apprentice in collaboration with Mark Burnett Productions. It also oversaw beauty pageants like Miss USA and Miss Universe.
Although the company ceased operations in 2015, Trump Productions was valued at $15 million during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, with reported earnings of $4 million in 2015 alone.
4. Financial Investments
Trump holds investments in major corporations such as Apple, Microsoft, and Johnson & Johnson. His portfolio includes an estimated $78 million in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, private equity funds, and hedge funds. These investments provide additional streams of income through dividends and asset appreciation.
5. Other Ventures
Trump’s business interests extend into aviation, education, and consumer products. Notable ventures include Trump Shuttle, Trump University, and Trump Steaks. While some of these projects experienced limited success, they remain part of Trump’s diverse portfolio.
Legacy as a Business Leader
Trump’s career began under the mentorship of his father, Fred Trump, a real estate developer in New York. While he inherited a foundation in real estate, Trump expanded his reach to include hospitality, entertainment, and media. Over the decades, he built a business empire that continues to shape his public image as a self-styled success story.
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As Trump returns to the Oval Office, his history as a businessman is expected to play a central role in how he approaches governance and economic policy, offering a blend of controversy and influence that has long defined his career.
(Raidi/Agung)
