Amancio Ortega

Amancio Ortega

Amancio Ortega (#11)

In the street, I only want to be recognized by my family, my friends and people I work with.

  • $ 144 B
  • Zara
  • Spain
  • M
  • 90 Years

About Me

Amancio Ortega of Spain is one of the wealthiest clothing retailers in the world. A pioneer in fast fashion, he cofounded Inditex, known for its Zara fashion chain, with his ex-wife Rosalia Mera (d. 2013) in 1975. He owns about 60% of Madrid-listed Inditex, which has seven brands, including Massimo Dutti and Pull & Bear and 5,000 stores around the world. In 2022, after working at Inditex for 15 years, his daughter Marta Ortega Pérez became chairperson of the company. Ortega earns more than $400 million in yearly dividends, which he reinvests primarily in real estate across Europe and North America.
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Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Amancio Ortega’s rise and global influence.

  • #10   Billionaires (2026)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Amancio Ortega’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $144.1B (April 18, 2026)

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