Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has officially joined the elite $200 billion net worth club, becoming one of the three wealthiest individuals globally. According to Bloomberg’s Billionaire Index, Zuckerberg’s net worth now ranks behind Elon Musk ($265 billion) and Jeff Bezos ($216 billion).
Key Drivers of Zuckerberg’s Wealth Surge
- Meta’s Stock Surge: Meta’s stock has skyrocketed by nearly 60% in 2023, pushing Zuckerberg’s fortune higher. Currently, Meta’s stock is trading at record highs of over $560 per share.
- Revenue Growth: In 2023, Meta reported $134.9 billion in revenue, driven by its vast user base across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, with nearly 4 billion monthly active users.
- AI Developments: At Meta Connect 2024, Zuckerberg highlighted Meta’s advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), especially Meta AI, poised to become the world’s most widely used virtual assistant.
Wealth Comparisons
Zuckerberg’s net worth has surged by $71.8 billion this year, placing him ahead of tech icons like Larry Ellison and Bill Gates. Other tech leaders, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Oracle’s Larry Ellison, have also seen massive gains, adding $62.2 billion and $58.6 billion to their fortunes, respectively.
Meta’s Bright Future
Zuckerberg announced that Meta AI is close to reaching 500 million monthly active users, with plans for expansion into major markets like the European Union. Meta’s strong financial performance and leadership in AI continue to fuel investor confidence, ensuring its prominent position in the tech landscape.