David Shaw

David Shaw

David Shaw (#397)

  • $ 9 B
  • Hedge funds
  • United States
  • M
  • 75 Years

About Me

A former computer science professor at Columbia University, David Shaw is the founder of D.E. Shaw, which manages over $70 billion in assets. Shaw founded the quantitative hedge fund, known for its use of sophisticated mathematical modeling and algorithms, in 1988. In 2002, Shaw created an executive committee to oversee the company, and has since stepped away from its day-to-day operations. Several former execs have started their own successful businesses, including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Two Sigma hedge fund's John Overdeck. Shaw is now chief scientist at D.E. Shaw Research, a computational biochemistry research firm.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped David Shaw’s rise and global influence.

  • #402   Billionaires (2026)
  • #149   Forbes 400 (2025)
  • #7   The Highest-Earning Hedge Fund Managers (2019)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking David Shaw’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $8.8B (May 4, 2026)