Wang Ning, the Labubu Boss, Surpasses Jack Ma with $27.5 Billion Fortune
Light House Denver – Labubu dolls have become a worldwide trend, adored by people of all ages, from children to adult collectors. Unexpectedly, this phenomenon has brought extraordinary fortune to the owner of Pop Mart, the giant toy company behind the brand. Labubu’s popularity has not only generated massive financial gains but also propelled its founder, Wang Ning, onto the international stage.
Pop Mart’s CEO, Wang Ning, has officially entered the list of the 100 richest people in China thanks to his company’s phenomenal success. At just 38 years old, he has even surpassed Alibaba’s founder, Jack Ma. According to Forbes, Wang Ning’s wealth is estimated at US$27.5 billion (around Rp452 trillion), most of which comes from his soaring stake in Pop Mart.
Moreover, Wang Ning has become the youngest billionaire to reach the top 10. This achievement makes him a significant figure in the global creative and retail industries.
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Based on the Real-Time Billionaire List, Wang Ning now ranks eighth, overtaking Jack Ma with US$26.7 billion and Chen Tianshi of Cambricon Technologies with US$25.1 billion.
Pop Mart’s shares, traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, have surged by more than 250% this year alone. This rally pushed the company’s market capitalization to HK$435.7 billion (about Rp921 trillion), more than triple the combined market cap of Barbie’s maker Mattel and fellow American toy giant Hasbro.
The launch of its latest Labubu Mini series in China has further cemented Pop Mart’s success. This rabbit-like character, with pointy ears, jagged teeth, and a mischievous grin, is sold for 79 yuan (around Rp190,000). The Labubu 4.0 series features 28 dolls, each 10.5 centimeters tall, in various vibrant colors.
Customers showed overwhelming enthusiasm for the launch, quickly buying out Labubu Minis within minutes on Pop Mart’s online stores via WeChat and Tmall. Such rapid sales highlight the strong appeal and cultural influence of Labubu in today’s market.
The Labubu craze has also reached international celebrities. Stars such as Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, and Lisa of K-pop group Blackpink have all been spotted collecting the dolls. Their endorsement has further boosted Labubu’s reputation as a rising global pop culture icon.
Pop Mart is not stopping in China. The company has announced plans to expand the Labubu Mini series to overseas markets. Starting Friday morning local time, the dolls will officially launch in Australia, Thailand, and the United States. This expansion will strengthen Pop Mart’s position as a major player in the global toy industry.
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This information is sourced from CNBCIndonesia. Labubu dolls have become a worldwide trend, adored by people of all ages, from children to adult collectors. Read the full article on LightHouseDenver.
|Author: Lukman Azhari
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