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What is Steven Gerrard’s net worth?

Net Worth:$90 Million
Age:45
Born:May 30, 1980
Gender:Male
Height:1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Country of Origin:United Kingdom
Source of Wealth:Professional Soccer Player
Last Updated:Jun 11, 2025

Introduction

Steven Gerrard is a former English professional football manager and former player with an estimated net worth of $90 Million. 

Gerrard currently manages the Saudi Pro League club, Al-Ettifaq, and is regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of all time.

 

Quick Facts

  • Projected to earn $19.3 million with Al-Ettifaq in 2025
  • Estimated career earnings of at least $70.3 million as a player
  • Signed a two-year, $38.6 million extension with Al-Ettifaq in 2024
  • Combined player & manager earnings of at least $123.4 million

 

Before Wealth & Fame

Steven Gerrard grew up in a working-class neighborhood in Liverpool, England. As a child, he was interested in multiple sports, including rugby, cricket, and soccer. Gerrard was a fan of Liverpool FC and often attended their matches, watching from the KOP Stand. 

Before joining the Liverpool youth academy, Gerrard also attained interest from rival club Everton. However, he stated that Liverpool was his one true love. Steven was only eight years old when he joined the club’s youth academy.

 

Liverpool FC

In 1998, Steven Gerrard made his professional debut with Liverpool, and it wasn’t long before he cemented himself as a key player in the starting lineup. During the early 2000s, Gerrard helped Liverpool win the Premier League, UEFA, and FA Cups. In 2001, he was named PFA Young Player of the Year and was promoted to club captain just two years later. He was 23 years old at the time.

Gerrard played with Liverpool for seventeen years, helping the club win eleven trophies, including three Premier League titles, two FA Cup titles, and one UEFA Champions League title. He solidified his reputation as one of, if not the greatest midfield player of his generation.

 

LA Galaxy & England National Team

Steven played in the MLS with the LA Galaxy for the last two years of his club career. He also played for the England national team for fourteen years, participating in three FIFA World Cups and two UEFA European Championships.

 

Salary & Contracts

YearTeamSalary
2009/10Liverpool£7,280,000
2010/11Liverpool£7,280,000
2011/12Liverpool£7,280,000
2012/13Liverpool£7,280,000
2013/14Liverpool£6,240,000
2014/15Liverpool£7,280,000
2015/16LA Galaxy£4,850,000
2016/17LA Galaxy£4,700,000
Total Career Earnings:£52,190,000

Finding exact salary figures for Steven Gerrard’s early career at Liverpool was difficult. In 2009, Gerrard reportedly signed a four-year extension with the club, paying him approximately £140,000/week ($216,000/week), equating to £7.28 million/year ($11.23 million/year).

Gerrard continued earning this figure until the end of the 2012/13 season. According to reports, he then signed a two-year extension with Liverpool, earning him £6.24 million ($9.27 million) and £7.28 million ($11.23 million) for 2013 and 2014, respectively.

The final two years of Gerrard’s career saw him play with LA Galaxy and earn approximately £9.6 million ($12.46 million). These figures equate to Steven Gerrard earning at least £51.2 million ($70.3 million) in salary from 2009 until 2016.

 

Manager Salary

YearTeamSalary
2018/19Rangers£2,500,000
2019/20Rangers£2,500,000
2020/21Rangers£2,500,000
2021/22Aston Villa£4,000,000
2023Al-Ettifaq£15,200,000
2024Al-Ettifaq£15,200,000
2025Al-Ettifaq£15,200,000
2026Al-Ettifaq£15,200,000
Total Salary:£72,300,000

According to reports, Steven Gerrard earned approximately £2.5 million ($3.37 million) annually as manager of Scotland’s Rangers. He managed the team for three seasons, spanning from 2018 to 2021, equating to £7.5 million ($10.1 million). In addition, he managed Aston Villa for a single season, earning a reported £4 million ($5.4 million).

In 2023, Gerrard signed a two-year contract to manage the Saudi Pro League club, Al-Ettifaq. The agreement more than tripled his salary at Aston Villa, paying him £15.2 million ($19.27 million) annually, which is roughly £293,000/week ($371,000/week). Gerrard recently signed a two-year extension with the club, with his salary remaining the same. The contract will last him until 2027.

If the above figures are accurate, Steven Gerrard’s managerial earnings thus far would be roughly £41.9 million ($53.1 million).

 

Endorsements

Between 1998 and 2015, Gerrard appeared in Adidas ads, including a 2008 ad in which he knocked a clay pigeon out of the air with a football. He also teamed up with Xabi Alonso, Arjen Robben, and Michael Ballack for a series of short videos featuring the F50 and Predator football boots.

In 2014, Lucozade Sport appointed Gerrard as its product ambassador, using him to boost their brand in a £10 million ($12.4 million) ad campaign. The promotional initiative kicked off Lucazade’s advertising efforts ahead of the 2014 World Cup, using the Brazilian heat to highlight its product’s rehydrating qualities.

Gerrard is a popular sporting icon, and the public’s ongoing interest in his career makes him still one of the most marketable sports personalities.

 

Financial, Legal Issues & Lawsuits

In 2009, Gerrard got into a fight with Marcus McGee, leaving the DJ with some severe injuries. As a result, Gerard was charged with affray and assault but, following his acquittal, was compensated for his barrister’s fees from Legal Aid. The case cost the UK taxpayer £311,000 ($385,640), prompting the government to change the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act later that year.

Ahead of the 2014 World Cup, Gerrard faced legal action again following an altercation with renowned Merseyside gangster Paul Lloyd outside a pub in Liverpool, UK. Lloyd sought damages following the incident allegedly involving Gerrard’s wife and Steven’s close friend, Lee McPartland, but the case was dropped without any further action.

In 2016, Gerrard’s investment in “The Vincent Cafe and Cocktail Bar” in Liverpool caused him further legal trouble following a mouse infestation that went public. The company received a £20,000 ($24,800) fine and a court order of £2,488 ($3,085), with the judge adding a further £130 ($161) surcharge. Due to its poor financial position, the bar’s company accountant requested that the total debt be repaid at £1,000 ($1,240) per month, as that’s all the company could afford.

 

Tax Issues

Between 2000 and 2013, Gerrard and other football players, such as Wayne Rooney and David Beckham, participated in the Ingenious Media investment scheme. Gerrard’s advisors also suggested investing in the scheme because his 50% tax rate could raise his tax bills to as high as £713,000 ($884,120).

In September 2023, the media reported another potential tax issue for Gerard if he failed to secure a better league position for his new Saudi club, Al-Ettifaq. If the club sacked him as manager and he returned to the UK prematurely, HMRC has the power to tax his foreign earnings. However, as long as he spends less than 91 days each year in the United Kingdom and does not raise any other ties, he should not be required to pay tax in the UK on his income.

 

Business Ventures

In July 1999, Gerrard set up Steven Gerrard Promotions (GSP), a company designed to manage his many sponsorship and endorsement deals. His company reported reserves of almost £8.2 million ($10 million) in 2022, with profits exceeding £1 million ($1.24 million) and investments of £6.3 million ($7.81 million). GSP’s March 2023 Balance Sheet revealed reserves of more than £9 million ($11,16 million) and earnings for the year of over £855,000 ($1.06 million).

Following an invitation to become the brand ambassador for Angel Revive Ltd, an alkaline water brand, Gerrard became a 25% shareholder in the company in 2019. He invested more than £370,000 ($458,800) of his own money in the business to avoid having it struck off the company register. In early 2022, the business faced bankruptcy, but the action was halted in July of that year as extra shares were issued. The share allocation followed the business restructuring, giving Gerrard and his partners additional shares. From records lodged with the UK’s Company House, Gerrard still owns at least 25% of the company through SGP.

In 2009, Gerrard made another investment in Big Screen Productions 7, which invested in films like Avatar and Life of Pi. After many tax avoidance scheme crackdowns by HMRC, following allegations that the investment was an attempt to avoid paying taxes, a lawsuit followed. Nonetheless, after a lengthy legal process, the Court of Appeal upheld the contention that the company operated as a scheme to avoid tax, but the case is ongoing, and HMRC has yet to conclude its investigation.

In 2018, Gerrard got involved in a side project, launching his clothing brand, SSG Apparel. His fashion label debuted with a 24-piece collection of jumpers, polo shirts, and bomber jackets. 

 

Real Estate

In 2005, Gerrard purchased a seven-bedroom home in Freshfield, Merseyside, UK, one of the largest residential properties in the area. The indoor swimming pool, massive garage, and steam room complimented the mansion’s large manicured gardens, gym, and spa. Gerrard sold the mansion to Brendan Rodgers in 2015, who passed it on to Jurgen Klopp, who is now selling it for £3,42 million ($4.25 million).

In 2016, Gerrard took possession of another multi-million-pound mansion built on land he’d purchased for more than £3 million ($3,72 million). Strategically located just 30 minutes from Liverpool’s CBD, the home is set in a vast woodland, offering his family security and a peaceful retreat from his celebrity lifestyle. The two-story home includes a large garage, five bedrooms, and ample staff accommodation. With cutting-edge security systems included, Gerrard’s home reflects his commitment to protecting his family due to the risks of his high-profile status.

 

Philanthropy

In December 2010, Gerrard set up The Steven Gerrard Foundation, a limited company designed to provide charitable giving and support for worthy causes. Some notable donations include £5,000 ($6,200) sent to the LFC Emergency Foodbank Appeal, an organization that supports vulnerable people in need. Having grown up in Liverpool, UK, the area is close to his heart, and he continues to focus on initiatives that uplift underprivileged communities in the region.

Following the pandemic in 2020, Gerrard assisted Radio City’s Cash for Kids program with multiple donations of more than £10,000 ($12,400). With families suffering from reduced work hours and limited access to sick pay, Gerrard’s foundation stepped in to help those in need.

He also made grants available for children who required free school meals, allowing social workers, teachers, and health professionals to apply on behalf of struggling families. During 2020 and 2021, the charity helped the underprivileged with more than £200,000 ($248,000), reducing to £23,000 ($28,520) in 2022.

 

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What is John Cena’s net worth?

Net Worth:$80 Million
Age:48
Born:April 23, 1977
Gender:Male
Height:1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Country of Origin:United States of America
Source of Wealth:Professional Wrestler/Actor
Last Updated:Jun 11, 2025

Introduction

John Cena is an American professional wrestler, actor, and TV show host with an estimated net worth of $80 Million

He’s most notoriously known for wrestling in the WWE, a career he’s had since 2001. In addition to the WWE, Cena has starred in various films, including Trainwreck, Sisters, Daddy’s Home, F9, and 12 Rounds.

 

Before Wealth & Fame

John Felix Anthony Cena was born on the 23rd of April 1977 in West Newbury, Massachusetts. He is the second-oldest of five siblings, all of whom are men. Cena attended Central Catholic High School in Lawrence before transferring to Cushing Academy, a private preparatory boarding school.

After graduating from the academy, he attended Springfield College and was an NCAA Division III All-American center on the college football team. During this time, he wore the number 54 on the back of his shirt, which you may notice is often used on his WWE gear. Once Cena had graduated from college, he pursued bodybuilding as a career while working as a limousine driver.

 

 

Bodybuilding Career

John Cena is known for his well-built physique, which he displays in the ring, but what most people don’t know is that this physique was initially developed in an attempt to become a professional bodybuilder.

After graduating from Springfield College in 1998, Cena moved to California with the hopes of making bodybuilding his full-time career. If you scour the internet, you’ll find pictures and videos of Cena posing in a competition setting. During this time, John Cena was working at the famous Gold’s Gym in Venice Beach for $6 per hour, and part-time as a limousine driver.

In an interview with the U.S. Sun, Cena explained: “I slept in my car for a while, which happened to be a very roomy 1991 Lincoln Town Car. I had my clothes in the trunk, and I slept in the back seat.” It was actually a member of Gold’s Gym who suggested to Cena that he should try out as a professional wrestler.

 

Wrestling Career

Cena made his professional wrestling debut in 1999 for Ultimate Pro Wrestling (UPW). He wrestled for UPW for 2 years, managing to hold the UPW Heavyweight Championship for 27 days. During this time, Cenas also developed a semi-robotic character, which he called ‘The Prototype’.

John received the opportunity to try out for WWF, as it was known back then, in October 2000. He lost his unofficial debut against Mikey Richardson, but received a second opportunity in January 2001 at a SmackDown! event, defeating Aaron Aguilera.

In 2001, Cena signed an official contract with WWF for its Ohio Valley Wrestling subdivision. A year later, Cena was put on the OVW’s main roster, and became a part of the OVW Class of 2002, alongside the legends: Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, and Bautista. He made his official WWE TV debut in June 2002, facing Kurt Angle, and lost the match, but impressed the audience and his fellow WWE stars.

During the early stages of his WWE career, Cena rebranded his wrestling character as ‘The Doctor of Thuganomics’. This came after he dressed and rapped as Vanilla Ice in a Halloween episode. Cena would start rapping before his matches, wearing hats and sports jerseys as part of his character’s uniform.

In 2003, Cena fought Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship but lost the match. At WrestleMania on March 14, 2004, he defeated Big Show to win the United States Championship, which was his first WWE singles championship.

In 2005, Cena finally became the WWE Champion after defeating John Layfield. Cena went on to win multiple championships throughout his career, and he’s been named by many of his peers as the ‘greatest professional wrestler’ of all time.

 

Film Career

Aside from wrestling, John Cena has also had a highly lucrative career as an actor, starring in a wide variety of movies. In 2006, WWE Studios produced the film ‘The Marine’, in which Cena starred. Two years later, the production company also put together the film ’12 Rounds’, with Cena playing the main character. Cena’s biggest acting roles have come in more recent years, with parts in movies such as Trainwreck, Blockers, Daddy’s Home 2, and Bumblebee.

In 2019, he was cast to play Dominic Toretto’s younger brother, Jakob, in F9, which quickly became the most prominent role in his acting career. He would also return in 2023 to play Jakob once again in Fast X. John Cena is one of the most successful wrestlers-turned-actors, alongside the likes of Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock.

He’s acted alongside many world-famous actors, such as:

 

Film Salaries

YearProjectSalary
2006The Marine$280,000
2010Fred: The Movie$25,000
2011Fred 2: Night of the Living Fred$25,000
2012Fred 3: Camp Fred$30,000
2015Trainwreck$2,500,000
2021The Suicide Squad$7,000,000
2021F9: The Fast Saga$1,000,000
2023Fast X$2,000,000
2024Ricky Stanicky$5,000,000
2024Jackpot!$2,500,000

Unfortunately, many of John Cena’s salaries for his most popular films, including hits such as Daddy’s Home, Blockers, Bumblebee, Playing with Fire, and Vacation Friends, remain unknown. However, we do know a considerable amount of his movie paychecks.

For Cena’s first major film, The Marine (2006), he reportedly earned a salary of $280,000. Several years later, he earned a combined $80,000 for starring in all three films of the Fred trilogy.

In the mid-2010s, Cena began earning multiple seven-figure paychecks per film, including a $2.5 million payday for his brief appearance in Trainwreck. IMDB currently lists the figure at $25 million, but we believe the editor accidentally added an extra zero. In recent years, he reportedly earned $1 million for starring in F9: The Fast Saga and $2 million for the subsequent film, Fast X.

At the time of writing this article, John Cena’s highest recorded film salary was $7 million for starring in 2021’s The Suicide Squad. He also earned a combined $7.5 million in 2024 from two films: Ricky Stanicky ($5 million) and Jackpot! ($2.5 million). In total, these film roles account for $20.36 million of Cena’s acting earnings.

 

Peacemaker Salary

According to reports, John Cena is being paid $500,000 per episode to star in the Max Original series, Peacemaker. Since there are eight episodes per season, and the series has currently aired for two seasons in total, this should equate to $4 million per season and $8 million overall.

 

Thomas Ashbourne Partnership

Thomas Ashbourne is a ready-to-drink cocktail brand, spearheaded by Cara Kamanev, former vice president of consumer engagement at L’Oreal. The brand also has several celebrity founding partners, such as Sarah Jessica Parker, John Cena, Neil Patrick Harris, and Playboi Carti. Each of them created their own drink for the product line, with John Cena’s drink being his version of the Old Fashioned, which he said took him a considerable amount of time to perfect.

 

Other Brand Sponsorships

John Cena’s huge social media following, wrestling legacy, and acting stardom have presented him with many brand sponsorship opportunities over the years. Cena took part in a Fruity Pebbles promotion in 2012, appearing on the front of 5 million Fruity Pebbles cereal boxes. He’s also been an ambassador for Crocs and Hefty Trash Bags, among other brands.

 

Estimated Net Worth

In 2024, John Cena’s net worth is estimated to be $80 Million.

 

How Does John Cena Spend His Money? 

When it comes to his cars, Cena has a 2006 Rolls-Royce Phantom. Back to cars, Cena also has a Ferrari 599; he owns two of them as well. The Ferrari 599 is an expensive car to own, with a price tag of $273,845. He also owns a private jet, which he uses when he wants to travel to attend various WWE events.

Cena is a huge proponent of using his wealth to support charitable causes. One of the organizations he has been helping is the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Cena’s mansion is in Tampa, Florida. He bought the property for $3.4 million.

 

Highlights

Here are some of the best highlights from John Cena’s career:

Wrestling:

  • Professional wrestling debut (2002)
  • First Championship win (Big Show, 2004)
  • First WWE Championship match (2004)
  • First WWE Championship win (WrestleMania 21, 2005)
  • World Heavyweight Champion (2009)

Movies:

  • The Marine (2006)
  • 12 Rounds (2009)
  • Legendary (2010)
  • TrainWreck (2015)
  • Daddy’s Home 2 (2017)
  • Blockers (2018)
  • Bumblebee (2018)
  • Playing With Fire (2019)
  • The Suicide Squad (2021)
  • F9 (2021)
  • Fast X (2023)

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Robin Li Net Worth

Robin Li is one of the richest men in China, but just how much is he worth today?

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What is Robin Li’s net worth? 

Net Worth:$10 Billion
Age:56
Born:November 17, 1968
Gender:Male
Height:1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Country of Origin:China
Source of Wealth:Entrepreneur
Last Updated:Jun 10, 2025

Introduction 

Robin Li is a Chinese computer scientist and internet entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of $10 Billion.

 

Net Worth History

YearNet Worth
2016$11 Billion
2017$13.3 Billion
2018$12 Billion
2019$9.6 Billion
2020$4.9 Billion
2021$14.7 Billion
2022$7 Billion
2023$7.7 Billion
2024$5.9 Billion
2025$5.7 Billion

 

Business Ventures

In addition to developing RankDex in 1994 and starting Baidu in 2000, Li has also been involved in other business ventures throughout his career.

He has been the Chairman of iQIYI, a Chinese video-on-demand over-the-top streaming service founded in 2010. Now owned by Baidu, iQIYI is often referred to as the “Netflix of China.” It went public in the United States in 2018, raising $2.25 billion, and is now one of the biggest online video websites in the world, with 500 million monthly active users.

Li also served as a board member of New Oriental, China’s largest private education service provider. In 2006, New Oriental became the first Chinese private education company to list on the New York Stock Exchange in the United States, achieving a market capitalization of $14 billion and serving 26.6 million students.

 

Philanthropy

Outside of his day-to-day commitments, Li has consistently supported initiatives that give back to the community. This is evident in his philanthropic endeavors, which include supporting specific departments at universities, funding ongoing research, and contributing to disaster relief efforts.

In 2013, Li and his wife donated $200,000 to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Buffalo’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The Robin Li Data Mining and Machine Learning Laboratory was then established to support the university’s ongoing research and commitment to excellence in data mining and machine learning.

In April 2018, Li made his largest donation of ¥660 million ($91 million) to Peking University, where he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Management, in support of the university’s 120th anniversary. The donation was used to establish the Peking University Baidu Fund, which focuses on the research and development of artificial intelligence and related technologies. In the same year, Li advocated for China to reduce taxes in the Xiong’an New Area economic zone to help attract world-class international talent. Li claimed that high taxes are making China a less desirable destination for top-tier talent and are hindering China’s ability to make significant advancements in artificial intelligence development.

Outside of his personal donations and philanthropic campaigns, through Li’s guidance, Baidu donated ¥90 million ($12.4 million) to support disaster relief efforts in Henan Province following the severe flooding in July 2021. By the end of 2021, disaster relief had become the largest area of Baidu’s philanthropic contributions, with a total of ¥198.55 million ($27.2 million) donated under Li’s leadership.

Li’s commitment to supporting the continued development of education and innovation in China and abroad through funding new initiatives and research centres is a testament to his philanthropic character. 

 

Highlights 

Here are some of the best highlights of Robin Li’s career: 

  • Li is the co-founder of Baidu
  • He is a member of the 12th Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference
  • Chinese Top Ten Innovative Pioneers (2001)

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Jack Ma Net Worth

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Net Worth:$28.6 Billion
Age:60
Born:October 15, 1964
Gender:Male
Height:1.61 m (5 ft 3 in)
Country of Origin:China
Source of Wealth:Founder of Alibaba
Last Updated:Jun 10, 2025

What is Jack Ma’s net worth?

Jack Ma is a Chinese entrepreneur and the founder of Alibaba Group with an estimated net worth of $28.6 Billion.

 

Net Worth History

YearNet Worth
2009$1.3 Billion
2010$1.2 Billion
2011$1.6 Billion
2012$2.6 Billion
2013$3.4 Billion
2014$10 Billion
2015$22.7 Billion
2016$20.5 Billion
2017$28.3 Billion
2018$39 Billion
2019$37.3 Billion
2020$38.8 Billion
2021$48.4 Billion
2022$22.8 Billion
2023$23.5 Billion
2024$24.5 Billion

While Jack Ma’s stake in Alibaba, now estimated at roughly 4.5%, is responsible for the lion’s share of his net worth, he also holds an 8.8% stake in Ant Group, in addition to his private equity firm, real estate, and other assets. In 2016, Ma’s net worth was estimated to be $20.5 billion, but the success of Alibaba’s 2014 IPO caused its market valuation to skyrocket over the next several years. At the time, Alibaba’s market cap was roughly $217 billion, with Ma owning an estimated 6%. This meant that his stake in the company contributed approximately $13 billion (63.4%) to his overall net worth.

By 2020, Alibaba’s market cap had peaked at roughly $838 billion and closed out the year at $650 billion. Ant Group had also reached a peak valuation of $300 billion. At the beginning of 2021, Jack Ma’s net worth had reached an all-time high of $48.4 billion, comprising an estimated $25 billion stake in Ant Group and an estimated $23 billion stake in Alibaba. 

However, that same year, the Chinese government began introducing stricter regulations on technology companies, which wiped hundreds of billions of dollars off the market caps of both companies in just a single year. This resulted in Jack Ma’s net worth falling to a six-year low of $22.8 billion. Over the last few years, there has been a gradual recovery, with Ma’s net worth estimated at roughly $28.6 billion as of 2025.

 

Early Career

After graduating from Hangzhou Normal University in 1988, Jack Ma applied for several jobs and was rejected by every single one. However, he was able to start his own company, Hangzhou Haibo Translation Agency, in 1994. The following year, he created a website about Chinese beer. 

Soon after, he launched China Pages, his second company, which earned the equivalent of $1.18 million in today’s currency in three years. Quickly becoming one of the richest people in Asia, Jack Ma became the go-to guy for building websites for Chinese companies.

 

AliBaba

In 1998, Jack Ma worked with the China International Commerce Center but quit in 1999 to establish Alibaba in Hangzhou. By 2000, Alibaba earned $25 million in venture seed capital from Goldman Sachs and SoftBank, which allowed it to grow exponentially. 

Three years later, Ma started the Taobao Marketplace, which eBay offered to purchase, but Ma turned them down. Instead, Ma gained support from Jerry Yang, the co-founder of Yahoo, who offered him a $1 billion investment in Alibaba. 

Since then, Jack Ma has grown Alibaba to include several subsidiaries, including AliExpress, Alipay, Alibaba Cloud Computing, and Tmall eTao. Ma also launched the non-profit Alibaba Hong Kong Young Entrepreneurs Foundation in 2015. This organization supports entrepreneurs in Hong Kong, enabling them to expand their businesses and achieve success. In the same year, Ma’s company funded the construction of 1,000 houses in Nepal following the country’s devastating earthquake. 

In 2017, Ma met with then-President-elect Donald Trump to discuss expanding Alibaba’s business interests inside the United States. At the same time, he partnered with Li Ka-shing, the Hong Kong business tycoon, to offer a digital wallet service in Hong Kong

Jack Ma then stepped down as the executive chairman of Alibaba Group Holding in 2018, allowing Daniel Zhang to take over. He also stepped down from the Alibaba board in 2020, although he remains involved in the company.

 

Recent Involvement

Following a 2020 regulatory crackdown on Alibaba, Jack Ma disappeared from the public eye after criticizing China’s banks and regulators. However, the Alibaba Foundation and the Jack Ma Foundation did donate medical supplies to the US, Africa, and Europe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

For his philanthropy, Ma was named one of Asia’s “Heroes of Philanthropy,” and he was given the Malcolm S. Forbes Lifetime Achievement Award. 

In 2022, Ma was reportedly living under the radar in Tokyo, Japan; however, he returned to Hangzhou in 2023 to tour the Yungu school. The school, funded by Alibaba, is located near the company’s headquarters, and after his visit, Ma returned to traveling abroad. 

Later that year, Ma became a visiting professor at the University of Tokyo, focusing on food production and agriculture while lecturing on entrepreneurship. 

In 2024, Ma became Alibaba’s largest shareholder, replacing SoftBank, who previously held the company’s largest share. Now one of the richest people in the world, Jack Ma continues to have a profound influence on e-commerce and technology in China and globally.

 

Estimated Net Worth

Jack Ma’s net worth is estimated at $28.6 Billion.

 

Summary

Rejection has been present in Jack Ma’s life ever since he was a teenager, and he faced much of it. However, his inspiring story, from being rejected from a position at KFC to founding one of the world’s most valuable companies, is an inspiration to us all.

As of 2025, Jack Ma’s net worth is estimated to be $28.6 Billion.

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