Michael Platt

Michael Platt

Michael Platt (#116)

  • $ 21 B
  • Hedge funds
  • United Kingdom
  • M
  • 57 Years

About Me

Michael Platt is the cofounder and CEO of BlueCrest Capital Management, which he started in late 2000 after nearly a decade at JP Morgan. Platt built BlueCrest into one of the world's largest hedge fund firms; at its peak, it managed more than $35 billion in assets. A push into equities and poor results led to investor exits and he returned outside investors' money in 2015, remaking BlueCrest into a family office. The firm has flourished since then, generating returns as high as 153% in 2022 and 95% in 2020, with no years worse than 20%.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

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

  • #106   Billionaires (2025)
  • #2   The Highest-Earning Hedge Fund Managers (2019)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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

Current Net Worth: $20.9B (February 5, 2026)