Li Ka-shing
1928- · Hong Kong Chinese · Modern Era
Known for: Superman Li — Hong Kong's richest person for decades
Fled Japanese-occupied China as a child, started in a plastics factory at 12 after his father died. Built CK Hutchison into a global conglomerate—ports, retail, telecom across 50+ countries.
Legendarily frugal ($50 Citizen watch), generous ($3B+ donated). Retired at 89. Revered in Asia as the embodiment of rags-to-riches.
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