Forrest Li

Forrest Li

Forrest Li (#788)

We want to continually push the boundaries.

  • $ 5 B
  • Online gaming, e-commerce
  • Singapore
  • M
  • 48 Years

About Me

Stanford grad Forrest Li founded and runs online gaming and e-commerce firm Sea, which also has interests in e-payments and financial services. Li entered the ranks of Singapore's richest after listing Sea on the New York Stock Exchange in 2017. Sea has attracted investors such as Tencent, the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund, private equity firm General Atlantic and Malaysian billionaire Robert Kuok's son Kuok Khoon Hua. In 2023, Sea booked its first-ever annual net profit since its IPO. Sea has rolled out digital banking services in Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Brazil.
About Images

Achievements

Career Highlights

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

  • #595   Billionaires (2026)
  • #6   Singapore's 50 Richest (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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

Current Net Worth: $5.4B (May 4, 2026)