Steve Ballmer
#9 in the World · Age 70 · United States
Steve's net worth rose because Microsoft shares (MSFT) moved +0.84% today.
About Steve
Steve Ballmer was Microsoft's CEO from 2000 to 2014, having joined as its first business manager in 1980. Since leaving, he has owned the Los Angeles Clippers and launched the data non-profit USAFacts.
Key Facts
- Was Microsoft's 30th employee and first business manager.
- Bought the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion in 2014.
- Founded USAFacts, a government-data transparency project.
MSFT— last ~3 months
487.31 USDThis chart tracks MSFT's share price, the public portion of Steve's wealth. It excludes the $5.00B static estimate for private assets.
Public Holding
- Shares Held (est.)
- 333,000,000
- Stake Value
- $162.27B
- Share of Net Worth
- 97%
Net Worth History
| Date | World Rank | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | $167.27B | |
| #9 | $167.27B | |
| #9 | $165.22B | |
| #9 | $165.22B | |
| #9 | $166.87B | |
| #9 | $164.96B | |
| #9 | $164.96B | |
| #9 | $169.97B | |
| #9 | $169.97B | |
| #9 | $170.92B | |
| #9 | $169.65B | |
| #9 | $168.98B |
Steve's Journey
The milestones that built the fortune — from the early days to today.
| Year | Milestone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Joined Microsoft | Became Microsoft's first business manager and 30th employee. |
| 2000 | Became CEO | Succeeded Bill Gates as Microsoft's chief executive. |
| 2014 | Stepped down as CEO | Retired as Microsoft CEO, succeeded by Satya Nadella. |
| 2014 | Bought the LA Clippers | Purchased the NBA's Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion. |
| Today | Ranked #9 in the world | Steve's net worth is an estimated $167.27B, updated in real time from public holdings. |
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