Beyoncé Tops Forbes List as Highest-Earning Female Artist in 2025 — Reinforced by ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour
The global superstar’s income soars with touring, brand deals, and a continuing cultural influence
- Beyoncé tops Forbes chart as highest-earning female artist in 2025
- Her ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour boosts her earnings and global appeal
- Her business ventures and endorsements reinforce income streams
According to recent Forbes and media reports, Beyoncé’s net worth has reached approximately US$780 million by mid-2025, reflecting both her massive tour income and diversified investments.
The ‘Cowboy Carter’ world tour has played a central role in consolidating her financial lead. Reports show that her performances, merchandise, and ticket sales have generated enormous revenue per show.
Beyond music, Beyoncé’s brand endorsements, fashion line (Ivy Park), and strategic partnerships contribute significantly to her income. The diversified portfolio reinforces her staying power.
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Her ascendancy in earnings also intensifies conversations about pay equity in the music world. As she leads financially, the gap for many women and Black female artists remains wide, spotlighting structural industry inequalities.
Opinion: Beyoncé’s success is no fluke — it’s a blueprint. When an artist merges musical brilliance with brand vision and global scale, they transcend performance revenue. The question now: who can challenge her throne in 2026
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