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Francis Choi

Francis Choi

Francis Choi (#496)

Global Rank #496
Country Rank #14
Country Hong Kong

Francis Choi is listed among the world billionaires tracked by Iconic Billionaires.

  • $ 8 B
  • Real estate
  • Hong Kong
  • M
  • 79 Years

Snapshot

Quick Facts

Global Rank #496
Country Rank #14
Net Worth $7.9B
Previous Worth $7.9B
Worth Change +$0.0B
Country Hong Kong
Industry Real estate
Age 79 Years
Gender M
Worth As Of May 3, 2026
Last Refreshed 08 Sep 2026, 12:00 AM
Residence Hong Kong, Hong Kong
World Billionaires List Hong Kong Billionaires Real estate

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Personal Stats

Age 78
Source Of Wealth Real estate, Self Made
Residence Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Citizenship Hong Kong
Marital Status Married
Children 3
Net Worth Change +$0.0B +0.0% from previous worth
Previous Net Worth $7.9B
Current Net Worth $7.9B

Worth as of May 3, 2026

About Me

Francis Choi is the founder and chairman of Early Light International, one of the world's largest toymakers. Known as the "King of Toys," Choi also serves as vice chairman of Regal Hotels International. His wealth is anchored by his sprawling property portfolio in mainland China, Hong Kong and Australia. Choi also owns luxury watch retailer Unique Timepiece, formerly known as Halewinner, which he bought in 2010 and is now run by his son Karson. Karson is married to model Irene Wang. Karson and his older sister Carmen both serve as Early Light's vice chairman.

Insights

Did You Know?

Choi spent long hours building up his business in the 1970s. He went from floor to floor teaching families how to make toys and paid them by the piece.

He bought Halewinner Watches because he loves to collect watches.

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Francis Choi's net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

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Current Net Worth: $7.9B (May 3, 2026)

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