Meet Auto Billionaire RJ Scaringe, Whose Rivian Could Compete With Elon Musk’s Tesla
Amid EV and IPO mania, Rivian is getting investors' attention. Who owns the Michigan-based EV startup?
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BlackRock Executive Rick Rieder Keeps His Wealth on the Down-Low
Rick Rieder is an executive at the world's largest money management firm, so you can imagine his net worth reflects his status.
Why Bill Ackman Donated His $1.3 Billion Stake in Coupang After Its IPO
On Mar. 15, Bill Ackman donated his $1.3 billion stake in Coupang to charity. Let's look at Ackman’s net worth and learn more about his charities.
Josh Harris Leads Apollo Global Management and Owns the 76ers
Josh Harris of Apollo Global Management is also an owner of the Philadelphia 76ers and the co-founder, with wife Marjorie, of Harries Philanthropies.
Jack Dorsey’s Kids Are Square and Twitter, Apparently
Does Jack Dorsey have children? Learn more about the Twitter co-founder and CEO and his personal life, including his past relationships.
How Ron Baron Turned His Negative Net Worth Into Billions
Ron Baron, a U.S. fund manager, has a substantial net worth. How did Baron accumulate his wealth throughout his career?
Warren Buffett Recommends Reading 500 Pages a Day, and Endorses These Books
Warren Buffett’s reading list, as recommended in his letters to shareholders, includes books by Benjamin Graham, Phil Knight, and even Buffett’s sons.
Stockbroker Harshad Mehta Was the 'Big Bull of Dalal Street' Before His Scandal
Harshad Mehta’s net worth came from his stockbroking talent. However, he also was the “kingpin” of a securities scam that rocked the Bombay Stock Exchange.
Bill Gates Reads 50 Books a Year, and These Are Some of His Favorites
Bill Gates’ reading list for 2020 includes titles by Michelle Alexander and Bijal P. Trivedi. Learn about the Microsoft co-founder’s reading habits.
What Will Happen to Berkshire Hathaway After Buffett?
Warren Buffett has plans for Berkshire Hathaway and his wealth for after his death. What can investors expect from Berkshire Hathaway long term?
Elon Musk Might Be Under SEC Investigation for Dogecoin Tweets
Did Elon Musk take it too far on Twitter again? Did his dogecoin tweets get him in trouble? Here's what we know about the potential SEC investigation.
Mexican Billionaire Carlos Slim Has Sons and Grandsons in the Family Business
Carlos Slim’s family—and his sons in particular—are already in place at the Mexican billionaire’s global conglomerate, Grupo Carso.
Howard Lutnick Rebuilt Cantor Fitzgerald After 9/11 and Became a Billionaire
Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick has a reported net worth of $1 billion, which is especially impressive considering his company’s past tragedy.
How Venture Capitalist Alec Gores Made His Billions
Gores Group is headed by Israel-born American venture capitalist Alec Gores. How did Gores make his billions?
Elon Musk and Peter Schiff Trade Twitter Insults, Musk Drops an Eggplant Emoji
Elon Musk tweeted an eggplant emoji in response to Peter Schiff's insulting tweet about his bitcoin losses. What have they been feuding about lately?
One Word Said It All—Explaining Elon Musk's 'Excession' Tweet
We've got another one-word tweet from Elon Musk. What does his "excession" post on Twitter mean? Musk has been posting one-word tweets lately.
Tiger Global’s Scott Shleifer Linked to Record-Breaking $122.7 Million Home Purchase
Tiger Global partner Scott Shelfer’s net worth is hard to pin down, but he reportedly bought a $122.7 million mansion in Palm Beach, Fla.
No, Bill Gates Didn’t Buy a $695 Million Hydrogen-Powered Yacht
News of Bill Gates’ yacht purchase made the news recently. However, Sinot, the maker of the hydrogen-powered Aqua concept yacht, denied the reports.
Elon Musk Once Called His Father, Errol Musk, a 'Terrible Human'
Elon Musk might have inherited his smarts from his father, Errol Musk, but the billionaire has made an effort to separate his own success from his father for years.
Bill Gates Once Helped Steve Jobs With a $150 Million Investment in Apple
Bill Gates and Steve Jobs share a lot in common in terms of their careers, net worth, and philanthropy.
Chamath Palihapitiya Still Lives Four Minutes From His Ex-Wife
Chamath Palihapitiya’s ex-wife, Brigette Lau, lives close to where he lives with his girlfriend. Read about the Social Capital CEO’s personal life.
Bill Gates Sr. Helped His Son Create the World’s Largest Philanthropic Foundation
Bill Gates’ father, the late Bill Gates Sr., worked with the billionaire Microsoft co-founder to create the world’s largest philanthropic foundation.
Bill Gates Doesn’t Have a Medical Education but He’s Big Into Medicine
Bill Gates doesn’t have a medical education or even a full college education, but the Microsoft co-founder has been focusing on public health.
Bill Gates Built a Lakeside Paradise With His Massive Net Worth
Bill Gates’ house in Medina, Wash., is a 66,000-square-foot residence on five acres of lakeside land. Read more about the Microsoft co-founder’s home.
How Bill Ackman's Stock Portfolio Scored a 70 Percent Return in 2020
Bill Ackman’s portfolio with his company, Pershing Square, landed a 70 percent return in 2020 after he issued a warning about the COVID-19 crisis.
An Amazon Stock Split in 2021 Might Help Bezos Beat Musk
Tesla's stock split helped it move higher in 2020. Will Amazon split its stock in 2021?
Bill and Melinda Gates — Largest Private Farmland Owners in the U.S.
How much farmland does Bill Gates own with his wife, Melinda? Turns out, the billionaire duo are the largest private farmland owners in the U.S.
How Lloyd Blankfein Accumulated His Wealth and Assets
Lloyd Blankfein is an American investment banker who was the CEO of Goldman Sachs from 2006 to 2018. What is Lloyd Blankfein’s net worth and salary?
Did Elon Musk's Father Really Own Half of an Emerald Mine?
There have been reports that Elon Musk’s father, Errol Musk, bought half of a Zambian mine with his profits from selling a plane. Did he really own half of a mine?
Will There Be a Chamath Palihapitiya ETF in the Near Future?
As a marked venture capitalist, Chamath Palihapitiya has helped numerous companies go public. Will he get his own ETF in the near future?
Elon Musk Donated $5 Million to Education Nonprofit Khan Academy
Elon Musk cut Khan Academy a $5 million check through the Tesla CEO’s Musk Foundation. What does the education nonprofit do?
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Bought Historic Beverly Hills Mansion
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez bought the Jack Warner Estate. The Amazon founder and CEO bought the house from David Geffen for $165 million.
Why Donald Trump’s Net Worth Decreased During His Presidency
Donald Trump had a multi-billion-dollar net worth before his became the 45th U.S. president. In 2021, is net worth is about $2.5 billion. Why did his net worth decrease?
How Chamath Palihapitiya Became the King of SPACs
Social Capital Hedosophia CEO Chamath Palihapitiya has mastered the art of SPACs. These are the SPACs he has launched.
Sir Richard Branson Is Worth Billions, Keeps Expanding His Reach
Sir Richard Branson owns The Virgin Group, which is a conglomerate that owns dozens of other companies. Branson has branched out into space travel and cruises.
How Netflix CEO Reed Hastings Became a Billionaire
Reed Hastings’ net worth is linked a lot to his stake in Netflix. However, the sale of Pure Software also bolstered his fortune. How does Hastings spend his fortune?
How Jeff Bezos's Daily Routine Contributes to His Success
Jeff Bezos’s daily routine keeps him busy, but he tries to maintain a balance between work and his personal life. How does a daily routine contribute to his success?
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg Are Both Billionaires, Not Friends
Elon Musk has been open about how he doesn't like Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook. Are they friends or just fellow billionaires?
Elizabeth Holmes Lost Her Billions When Theranos Went Under
Elizabeth Holmes, the shamed founder of defunct health tech startup Theranos, faces criminal fraud charges. Is she still a billionaire?
PayPal Co-Founder Max Levchin Might Be Entering Billionaire Territory
As a former member of the so-called "PayPal mafia," Max Levchin has seen his net worth skyrocket in recent times. What's his net worth and is he a billionaire?
How Much Does Elon Musk Make a Day in 2022?
The rise in Tesla stock has made Elon Musk the world’s richest person. How much does he make a day in 2022? Here are the latest figures.
Jack Ma Took on China's Financial System, Now He’s Missing
Alibaba's cofounder Jack Ma is reportedly missing for two months now. What happened to Jack Ma after he took on the Chinese authorities.
All You Need to Know about Qualtrics CEO Ryan Smith
Qualtrics CEO Ryan Smith is also its co-founder, and he's bought the Utah Jazz. What's his net worth?
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Is Worth Billions Amid Crypto Boom
Brad Garlinghouse is the CEO of Ripple. His net worth is in the billions even though XRP has been losing value. How much of XRP does Garlinghouse own?
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos Aren’t Pals and Might Never Be
The answer to whether Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk are friends is simple. You just need to look at some of Musk’s tweets to get a clear idea.
How Paychex Made Tom Golisano a Billionaire
Tom Golisano got his start with $3,000 and a credit card. Now, his company Paychex is worth billions of dollars. How did he become a billionaire and generous philanthropist?
Are Any of Elon Musk's Other Companies Publicly Traded Besides Tesla?
Along with Tesla, Musk has founded several other companies. Are any of his other companies publicly traded? Should investors pay attention to these companies?
Warren Buffett and Elon Musk Respect Each Other, Aren't Friends
Warren Buffett and Elon Musk are both extremely wealthy through different means. Many people wonder if the two billionaires are friends.
Twitter Made Jack Dorsey a Billionaire, Square Accounts for Most of His Wealth
Jack Dorsey launched Twitter after dropping out of college. Although founding a company can be risky, Twitter made Dorsey a billionaire.
Though Many Acolytes Want Elon Musk to Run for President, He's Ineligible
Elon Musk is one of the wealthiest people in the world so he can afford to run for president. But there's a bigger obstacle than money standing in his way.