Israel Englander

Israel Englander

Israel Englander (#97)

  • $ 26 B
  • Hedge funds
  • United States
  • M
  • 77 Years

About Me

Israel Englander founded Millennium Management in 1989 with $35 million. Now, the hedge fund firm manages over $77 billion. Israel Englander, or Izzy, is the son of Polish immigrants. Englander's hedge fund uses a multi-manager platform, feeding more capital to those who perform well and getting rid of traders who perform poorly. Englander once backed a professional gambler named Jeff Yass, who began trading on the Philadelphia Stock Exchange in 1981 and has since become a billionaire.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

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

  • #98   Billionaires (2026)
  • #54   Forbes 400 (2025)
  • #7   The Highest-Earning Hedge Fund Managers (2019)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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

Current Net Worth: $25.8B (April 18, 2026)