Li Ka-shing

Li Ka-shing

Li Ka-shing (#41)

The burden of poverty and this bitter taste of helplessness and isolation sort of branded on my heart forever the questions that still drive me.

  • $ 47 B
  • Diversified
  • Hong Kong
  • M
  • 97 Years

About Me

Nicknamed Superman, Li Ka-shing is revered as one of the most influential businessmen in Asia. Li retired as chairman of CK Hutchison Holdings and CK Asset Holdings in 2018 but remains senior advisor. His son Victor now heads the conglomerate, which has more than 300,000 employees and operates in more than 50 nations. Li started Cheung Kong Plastics, named after the Yangtze River, in 1950 at age 21 with $6,500 in savings and loans from relatives. His Li Ka Shing Foundation has donated more than $3.8 billion; over 80% has gone to Greater China.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Li Ka-shing’s rise and global influence.

  • #40   Billionaires (2025)
  • #1   Hong Kong's 50 Richest (2025)
  • #46   Powerful People (2018)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Li Ka-shing’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $46.5B (February 5, 2026)