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Li Ka-shing

justice of the peace

Li Ka-shing is a Hong Kong billionaire and entrepreneur.

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FigureAsia Asia Wealth Index

Snapshot as of 15 July 2026

Asia wealth rank: No. 10
Estimated net worth: $48.3B
Primary market: Hong Kong, China
Field: Diversified

Overview

Professional record

Li Ka-shing is a Hong Kong billionaire and entrepreneur. His documented public and professional roles include justice of the peace. FigureAsia tracks his wealth across diversified holdings.

Profile

Personal details

Full name: Li Ka-shing
Native name: 李嘉誠
Born: 13 June 1928
Birthplace: Chao'an District
Citizenship: Canada, People's Republic of China, Republic of China, British Hong Kong
Industry: Diversified
Occupation: entrepreneur, ship-owner, business executive

FigureAsia Record

Selected recognition

2026 FigureAsia Asia Wealth Index No. 10 2021 Asia's Top Philanthropy Leaders 2021 No. 8 2018 Asia's Top Real Estate Leaders 2018 No. 4 2018 Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2018 No. 66 2017 Asia's Top Real Estate Leaders 2017 No. 2 2017 Asia's Top Founders 2017 No. 10 2016 Asia's Top Real Estate Leaders 2016 No. 3 2016 Asia's Top CEOs 2016 No. 15 2016 Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2016 No. 45