Newly published financial disclosures have revealed that former US President Donald Trump's money-making ventures generated over £1.7 billion in 2025, with a substantial portion – more than £1 billion – stemming from his crypto projects. These figures, detailed across nearly 1,000 pages of documents, raise questions about potential conflicts of interest, particularly given Trump's policy decisions regarding the cryptocurrency industry.
The disclosures show Trump's crypto businesses, including sales of souvenir-style digital coins bearing his image, were a significant income driver. This comes as he has actively advocated for deregulation of the crypto sector, reversing the Biden administration's stricter stance and expressing a desire for the US to become the 'crypto capital of the world'. Critics argue this creates a scenario where the President is a major player in a market he also influences through policy.
Beyond crypto, Trump's total income for 2025, encompassing investments, real estate, royalties, and even branded cologne sales, amounted to at least £1.7 billion. This represents a considerable increase from the £480 million his enterprises brought in during 2024, before his return to the presidency. Unlike some previous US presidents who placed assets into blind trusts to avoid personal profit during their tenure, Trump has placed his sons in charge of his business empire for his second term.
The extensive disclosures also indicate that Trump has been actively acquiring stocks while in office, holding personal stakes in hundreds of companies ranging from major technology firms to well-known consumer brands. This level of active investment by a sitting president is unusual and contributes to the lengthy nature of the public document, which is mandated by a 1978 US law requiring presidents and vice-presidents to disclose their financial interests.
Furthermore, the filings highlight Trump's continued global network of business interests, including hotels and real estate across the Gulf, Europe, and Asia. A notable detail within the documents is a £390 million payment from a state-linked firm in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that purchased a stake in World Liberty Financial, a Trump family crypto company, shortly before he re-entered office. This transaction is particularly scrutinised given the complex diplomatic relationship between the US and the UAE, and the potential for private financial interests to influence foreign policy decisions.
Despite holding one of the most powerful positions globally, the 80-year-old former television host is also, on paper, a retired pensioner. The filings confirm he receives monthly pension withdrawals from the Screen Actors Guild and payments from the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists retirement fund.