Former President Donald Trump reported over $600 million in income for 2024, drawn from cryptocurrency, real estate developments, golf resorts, and licensing deals. According to a newly released public financial disclosure, Trump’s assets are valued at a minimum of $1.6 billion, based on conservative estimates by Reuters.
While Trump claims to have placed his business interests in a trust controlled by his children, the disclosure reveals that income from these ventures continues to benefit him directly. This has raised persistent concerns about potential conflicts of interest, particularly in light of his influence on policy that could impact these industries.
Crypto Boom and Golf Resorts Drive Trump’s 2024 Earnings Across Key Business Sectors
A major contributor to Trump’s 2024 income was his aggressive entry into the cryptocurrency space. He earned approximately $320 million in fees from the meme coin “$TRUMP” and more than $400 million through World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance entity.
His reported crypto assets include 15.75 billion governance tokens and $57.35 million in token sale income. Trump’s ventures also extend to bitcoin mining and digital asset ETFs. However, the financial report does not capture all revenue, notably excluding earnings made after December 2024, suggesting the reported crypto income is likely an understatement.
Trump Reports $600 Million in 2024 Income Fueled by Crypto, Golf Resorts, and Global Licensing DealsDespite his growing digital footprint, Trump’s core income sources remain rooted in real estate and golf resorts. His Florida-based golf properties—including Trump National Doral, Jupiter, and West Palm Beach—along with Mar-a-Lago, collectively brought in at least $217.7 million.
Trump National Doral alone generated $110.4 million, making it the single largest revenue source listed. These figures represent gross income rather than profit, and they underscore how Trump’s brand and luxury properties continue to be major financial drivers.
Trump’s Global Deals, NFTs, and Investments Reflect Strategic Diversification and Persistent Ethical Scrutiny
Trump’s global business reach is further emphasized by licensing and development deals. These include $16 million from a project in Dubai, $10 million from India, and $5 million from Vietnam. Branded merchandise also contributed significant revenue, including $2.8 million from Trump Watches, $2.5 million from his sneakers and fragrances line, and $1.3 million from a co-branded Bible project. Additionally, Trump earned over $1.16 million from his line of NFTs, while Melania Trump earned around $216,700 from her own NFT sales, indicating a strategic expansion into collectibles and memorabilia.
Apart from direct business income, Trump reported at least $12 million in passive income through interest and dividends, from investments totaling over $211 million. His top holdings include Blue Owl Capital and bond funds managed by Charles Schwab and Invesco.
Although the disclosure lists only income ranges, Reuters based its estimates on the lowest figures provided, meaning actual totals are likely higher. The White House emphasized that Trump and his staff had fulfilled all ethics and disclosure obligations, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reiterating the administration’s commitment to transparency. However, the overlap between Trump’s political influence and personal business gains continues to invite scrutiny.
