Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 18, 2025 · Entertainment

Meghan's Money Moves: Behind the $4 Million Lifestyle

Meghan has not posted in over two months on ShopMy and it seems that her ranking has dropped from icon to enthusiast as a result. Meanwhile, she continues to appear regularly on her own Instagram page and that of her brand, As Ever

Meghan's Multi-Million Dollar Empire: The Duchess of Sussex's Rise to Financial Freedom

In a shocking turn of events, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has seemingly abandoned her lucrative ShopMy e-commerce venture, leaving fans and critics alike wondering what's behind the sudden silence. Insiders claim that despite being an "icon" on the platform just months ago, Meghan's ranking has plummeted to "enthusiast," sparking speculation about the true nature of her motivations.

As The Scholarly Note can exclusively reveal, Meghan's focus has shifted from ShopMy to her own lifestyle brand, As Ever, which has become a global phenomenon. With sales skyrocketing and products flying off the shelves, it appears that the Duchess is poised to become the chief breadwinner of the Sussex family – and by a country mile.

At the start of ShopMy, Meghan directed shoppers to a number of items she had worn, including the denim dress she wore on a ‘date night’ with Prince Harry to watch Beyonce

But what about Prince Harry? While Meghan's entrepreneurial ventures are reaping huge rewards, her husband's financial fortunes seem to be trailing behind. The Duke's two primary income streams – his roles at Travalyst and BetterUp – have failed to deliver the same level of success as his wife's As Ever brand.

Travalyst, a company promoting sustainable tourism, has reportedly struggled with low pay and "dysfunctional" management, leading to a 15% staff layoff in 2023. Meanwhile, BetterUp, where Harry serves as chief impact officer, has seen revenues increase from $151million to $215million in 2024 – but at what cost? Former employees have spoken out about the company's toxic culture and low pay.

In contrast, Meghan's As Ever brand appears to be thriving, with sources suggesting she'll earn at least $3-5 million annually. And let's not forget her lucrative Netflix deal, which, despite its modest success, has netted her a significant sum.

Meghan and Harry arrive at Grand Champions Polo in Florida, US. The couple are said to be happy living in California and have no plans to leave

But what about the couple's joint ventures? The Archewell Foundation, their charitable endeavor, has handed out only $1.3million in grants in 2023 – a paltry sum compared to Meghan's personal brand. And as for Invictus Games, Harry's passion project, while admirable, seems unlikely to bring in significant financial returns.

As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex navigate the treacherous waters of celebrity and charity, it's clear that their focus is shifting from joint ventures to individual pursuits. But will this strategy ultimately pay off? Only time will tell.

The Rise and Fall of Harry & Meghan's Netflix Deal

Meghan is not mentioned in the latest edition of Montecito Journal, which 'must hurt', writes Boshoff

In a stunning turn of events, Netflix has released viewing figures for With Love, Meghan, revealing the documentary series struggled to find an audience, ranking at No 389 in their six-monthly engagement report. The show managed a paltry 5.3million viewers globally – a far cry from the expected success.

But what about Harry's production deal? His documentary series, Polo, was met with widespread criticism and dismal ratings, earning a meager 500,000 views worldwide. To put that into perspective, it's on par with re-runs of a nine-year-old cartoon, He Man: Masters of the Universe.

Ted Sarandos, Netflix's chief content officer, has hinted at a possible deal renewal for With Love, Meghan, and a third series – but only time will tell if this will be enough to salvage the show's struggling ratings.

Even the reputed £10million left by Diana wouldn’t be enough to sustain the couple's lifestyle for long, as their expenses add up to around $4million a year after tax

Meghan's As Ever Brand: The Real MVP

As Ever, Meghan's lifestyle brand, has become a global phenomenon, with products flying off the shelves. Insiders claim that despite the hype, one should be realistic about the brand's early days – but the potential for massive profits is undeniable.

With sales skyrocketing and products in high demand, it appears that As Ever will soon surpass her Netflix deal as her primary source of income. And let's not forget her rose wine, which has become a sell-out product.

If Harry and Meghan had really been getting $100million over five years from Netflix at a steady rate of $20million a year, then you could consider it taken care of. But a source with knowledge of the Netflix deal say it’s never worked out like that

The Sussexes' Lifestyle: A Multi-Million Dollar Affair

As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex navigate their new life in Montecito, it's clear that their focus is shifting from joint ventures to individual pursuits. But at what cost?

Their $14.65million home has become a symbol of their lavish lifestyle, with sources suggesting they've taken out a mortgage and incur significant property tax and utility bills each year.

And then there's the security costs – estimated to be up to $3 million annually. The couple's Archewell production company also comes with a hefty price tag, likely in the range of $1-2 million per year.

It seems that Harry and Meghan are living life large – but at what cost? Only time will tell if their individual pursuits will ultimately lead to financial freedom.