Estimates by the Forbes billionaire index reveal that MacKenzie Scott, the wealthy ex-wife of the third richest person in the world, Jeff Bezos, has increased her net worth by $10.5 billion.
According to Nairametrics, MacKenzie’s projected net worth was listed at $24.4 billion as of April 7, 2023, in a previous study on the wealthiest women in the world.
The most recent data also showed that the 53-year-old billionaire’s net worth has increased to an astonishing $34.9 billion, a 43.03% growth that reflects her enormous financial gains in a very short period of time.
The main source of MacKenzie Scott’s considerable wealth is her 4% interest in Amazon, which she obtained as part of her divorce from Jeff Bezos in 2019.
Her net worth has significantly increased as a result of the recent increase in Amazon’s stock price.
Although Mackenzie has had some ups and downs this year, she still came in at number six on Forbes’ list of the richest women with a stunning $34.9 billion in her bank account.
According to recent market trends, the value of her 4% investment in Amazon increased by 2.10% in the past month, rising to $130.00 from $128.00. When MacKenzie’s net worth was $24.4 billion, the share price of Amazon was almost $102,06.
Her commitment to philanthropy is unwavering. Earlier this year, MacKenzie Scott drew attention by announcing the start of a $250 million “open call” for charity organizations with a focus on the community.
Scott intends to donate an unrestricted $1 million to 250 carefully chosen NGOs through her business, Yield Giving.
This innovative strategy attempts to encourage groups that are promoting good change in their respective communities.
Their marriage lasted 25 years, and they had four children. She received a 4% ownership stake in the massive online retailer as part of the settlement after their divorce in 2019.
In May 2019, MacKenzie Scott disclosed the circumstances of her divorce on Twitter and shortly after that, she committed to taking the Giving Pledge, demonstrating her compassion and commitment to giving back.
This serious commitment means giving up at least half of her money throughout the course of her lifetime to deserving projects and causes.
