Overview
The Ranking evaluates data of the top billionaires in Hong Kong according to their estimated net worth, industry affiliation, and ranking position.
The list includes richest people from various sectors such as finance, consumer goods, real estate, industry, and entertainment in Hong Kong.
Beinsure Media analyzed data from The Bloomberg Billionaires Index and compiled a Hong Kong’s billionaires rating.
Hong Kong’s economic landscape has been profoundly shaped by a class of extraordinary individuals whose wealth reflects the nation’s industrial diversity, entrepreneurial spirit, and global reach.
List of Richest People in Hong Kong by Net Worth
| Rank | Name | Net worth | Industry |
| 1 | Zeng Yuqun | $38.2B | Industrial |
| 2 | Li Ka-shing | $30.4B | Real Estate |
| 3 | Henry Cheng | $23.1B | Retail |
| 4 | Sammy Lee | $15.9B | Consumer |
| 5 | Raymond Kwok | $13.2B | Real Estate |
| 6 | Peter Woo | $12.9B | Real Estate |
| 7 | Thomas Kwok | $12.6B | Real Estate |
| 8 | Francis Lui | $12.6B | Diversified |
| 9 | Martin Lee | $12.2B | Real Estate |
| 10 | Peter Lee | $12.2B | Real Estate |
| 11 | Michael Kadoorie | $10.5B | Energy |
| 12 | Yeung Kin-Man | $8.45B | Technology |
| 13 | Xu Hang | $8.21B | Health Care |
| 14 | Geoffrey Kwok | $7.47B | Real Estate |
| 15 | Wu Jianshu | $7.33B | Industrial |
| 16 | Ronald McAulay | $6.76B | Energy |
Hong Kong’s Richest People (2025): Billionaire Elite
Hong Kong, long recognised as one of the world’s foremost financial centres, is also home to a distinguished circle of billionaires whose fortunes reflect the region’s dynamic blend of commerce, industry, and heritage.
Topping the list is Zeng Yuqun, with an estimated net worth of $38.2 bn, derived from his extensive involvement in the industrial sector, particularly in advanced battery manufacturing.
Closely following is the venerable Li Ka-shing, a towering figure in Hong Kong’s business history. With a fortune of $30.4 bn, Mr Li represents the enduring value of real estate, a sector that has traditionally underpinned much of the city’s wealth.
Alongside him, fellow real estate magnates such as Henry Cheng ($23.1 bn), Raymond Kwok ($13.2 billion), Peter Woo ($12.9 billion), Thomas Kwok ($12.6 bn), Martin Lee and Peter Lee (both at $12.2 billion), and Geoffrey Kwok ($7.47 bn) attest to the continued dominance of property in shaping Hong Kong’s economic landscape.
Retail and consumer industries also play a notable role. Henry Cheng, who bridges both retail and property, is joined by Sammy Lee, whose $15.9 bn fortune underscores the power of the consumer market in Asia. Francis Lui, with a diversified portfolio worth $12.6 bn, exemplifies the benefits of cross-sector investment.
In the realms of energy and industry, figures such as Michael Kadoorie ($10.5 bn) and Ronald McAulay ($6.76 bn) continue to hold strong influence, while Wu Jianshu’s $7.33 bn industrial wealth reflects newer shifts in production and manufacturing.
Technology and healthcare are gradually making their mark, as seen with Yeung Kin-Man ($8.45 bn) and Xu Hang ($8.21 bn), who represent the modern sectors propelling the next generation of wealth in Hong Kong.
Altogether, this list paints a vivid picture of Hong Kong’s economic identity—rooted in property, driven by retail, and increasingly influenced by innovation.
These individuals not only wield significant financial power but also shape the future trajectory of the region’s development and global standing.
FAQ
Zeng Yuqun is currently the wealthiest individual in Hong Kong, with a net worth of approximately $38.2 bn, largely attributed to his success in the industrial and battery manufacturing sectors.
The real estate sector is the most dominant, with several billionaires including Li Ka-shing, Raymond Kwok, Peter Woo, and Martin Lee amassing their fortunes through extensive property holdings and development.
Yes. Aside from the traditional dominance of real estate and retail, technology and healthcare are emerging fields, with individuals like Yeung Kin-Man (technology) and Xu Hang (healthcare) entering the billionaire rankings.
Yes. Li Ka-shing remains one of Hong Kong’s most iconic and affluent businessmen, with a fortune of $30.4 bn, reflecting his long-standing influence in real estate and infrastructure.
While real estate still dominates, there has been a visible shift towards industrial innovation, consumer markets, and tech ventures, indicating gradual diversification of wealth sources.
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Edited by Yana Keller – lead finance editor at Beinsure Media
