Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosure has unveiled a staggering $600 million in income from ventures spanning cryptocurrency, real estate, licensing deals, and golf resorts. The document, released on Friday and believed to cover the 2024 calendar year, provides rare insight into how deeply the former president is now involved in the world of digital assets, while also highlighting his continued dominance in traditional sectors like real estate and entertainment.
Although the report often provides only income ranges and not specific values, calculations based on the lowest possible amounts still reveal enormous earnings, suggesting the true numbers may be significantly higher. Here’s a closer look at the crypto highlights and financial power moves from the Trump empire.
$320 Million Meme Coin Boom
One of the most eye-catching figures from Trump’s disclosure is the income tied to the $TRUMP meme coin, launched earlier this year. This single venture reportedly brought in around $320 million in fees. While the exact division of those earnings between Trump-controlled entities and partners remains unclear, the crypto project appears to have rapidly become a massive moneymaker.
This venture into meme coins, often seen as internet jokes with volatile value marks a dramatic shift for Trump, who once criticized Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. His enthusiastic embrace of a meme coin in his own name has surprised both critics and supporters, underlining his willingness to capitalise on internet trends and crypto culture.
The success of $TRUMP also came during a period when crypto policy in the U.S. saw notable changes, something critics argue might pose potential conflicts of interest, as Trump benefits from policy moves made under his leadership.
World Liberty Financial and Digital Asset Fortunes
Beyond the meme coin, Trump has tapped into the broader decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. His financial disclosure lists over $400 million in revenue tied to World Liberty Financial. Trump directly reported $57.35 million in token sales through this venture and also disclosed holding an astounding 15.75 billion governance tokens, which are typically used to influence decisions within decentralized platforms.
Additionally, his growing digital portfolio includes bitcoin mining operations and crypto-related ETFs. These investments further diversify his exposure to the blockchain industry, suggesting a long-term strategic interest in the sector.
Melania Trump has also joined the digital wave. The former First Lady reported $216,700 in NFT licensing income, while Trump himself made $1.16 million from his digital trading cards (NFTs), which feature cartoon-like images of himself in superhero costumes and other bold poses.
Golf Resorts, Real Estate, and Global Projects Still Thrive
Trump National Doral alone was the top income source among these properties, delivering a whopping $110.4 million. These figures represent gross income, not net profits, but they still reflect the enduring value of his hospitality and leisure assets.
Beyond the U.S., Trump’s global business interests remain strong. He collected $10 million in development fees from a project in India, $5 million in licensing fees from Vietnam, and almost $16 million from a deal in Dubai. These deals reinforce the global reach of the Trump brand, even as his image remains highly polarizing in many countries.
Passive Income and Licensing: Bibles, Watches and More
Trump’s fortune doesn’t stop at big-ticket business and digital coins. His disclosure also revealed surprising streams of income from more unusual licensing deals. These include:
- $2.8 million from Trump Watches
- $2.5 million from Trump Sneakers and Fragrances
- $1.3 million in royalties from the Greenwood Bible, described as “the only Bible officially endorsed by Lee Greenwood and President Trump.”
In total, Trump listed $12 million in passive income from interest, dividends, and other financial instruments based on investments worth at least $211 million. Some of the biggest holdings were in funds managed by Blue Owl Capital, Charles Schwab, and Invesco.
Crypto and Conflict Concerns
While Trump claims to have put his businesses in a trust managed by his children, the financial disclosure shows that the income still ultimately flows back to him. This has prompted criticism and raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, particularly in sectors like crypto, where U.S. regulatory policy could directly affect asset values.
The White House has not responded to media inquiries about the report. However, the sheer scale and variety of Trump’s holdings, especially in emerging digital finance, are likely to remain a topic of public and political scrutiny.
Trump’s 2024 financial disclosure presents a clear message: the former president has embraced cryptocurrency and digital finance with full force. From meme coins to DeFi ventures, his crypto ventures are no side hustle, they’re a core pillar of a billion-dollar empire.
