Karthik Sarma

Karthik Sarma

Karthik Sarma (#1454)

  • $ 3 B
  • Hedge fund
  • India
  • M
  • 51 Years

About Me

Sarma founded hedge fund SRS Investment Management in 2006 after five years at Chase Coleman's Tiger Global and now manages $10 billion. SRS owns 43% of Avis through common stock and equity swaps, and Sarma has served on the car rental company's board since May 2020. Avis stock surged 456% in 2021, fueled by talk of adding electric vehicles to its fleet, which helped Sarma's flagship fund return 35%. Sarma is an Indian immigrant who came to New York to get his master's at Princeton and spent three years as a consultant at McKinsey.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

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

  • #1440   Billionaires (2026)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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

Current Net Worth: $2.9B (May 4, 2026)