Mark Zuckerberg's wealth surges by Rp124 trillion in 24 hours – how?
Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg has once again recorded a massive surge in wealth. In a single day, his fortune increased by approximately US$7 billion, equivalent to Rp124.6 trillion, based on an exchange rate of Rp17,800 per US dollar.
The rise came after Meta announced new premium subscription services for its social media platforms. Investors welcomed the news, driving up the company’s share price.
According to Benzinga on Monday, 1 June 2026, Zuckerberg was the billionaire with the largest single-day wealth increase. By end-May 2026, his net worth was estimated at US$225 billion, or around Rp4.005 trillion, making him the sixth-richest person globally per Bloomberg data.
However, year-to-date, Zuckerberg’s wealth remains lower than at the start of 2026. His net worth has decreased by approximately US$7.8 billion, or Rp138.8 trillion, since January. Meta’s shares have also fallen 2.3% year-to-date despite a recent spike following the company’s announcement.
Zuckerberg holds approximately 13% of Meta’s shares, meaning the company’s stock movements significantly impact his net worth. The surge in Meta’s shares was triggered by the launch of new subscription packages for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. The firm introduced Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus at US$3.99 per month.
Meanwhile, WhatsApp Plus is priced at US$2.99 monthly. The premium services offer additional features such as profile customisation, exclusive reactions, and more comprehensive analytics. Meta has also pledged to introduce further features in the future.
For Instagram users, the paid package allows Stories to reach a broader audience. This feature is expected to help content creators grow their follower base.
Meta is also testing other premium services aimed at businesses, creators, and users requiring enhanced AI capabilities. The company is reportedly preparing Meta One Plus at US$7.99 monthly (approx. Rp142,200) and Meta One Premium at US$19.99 (approx. Rp355,800) per month.