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George Soros has emerged as one of the globe’s richest persons and one of the most accomplished investors in history.
George Soros is a Hungarian-American businessman, investor, author, and philanthropist. His surname, ‘Soros,’ is believed to have contributed to his achievements as it translates to “successor.”
George Soros: Profile Overview
| Famous Name: | George Soros |
|---|---|
| Actual Name/Complete Name: | George Soros, Hon FBA |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 92 years old |
| Date of Birth: | August 12, 1930 |
| Place of Birth: | Budapest, Hungary |
| Citizenship: | American, Hungarian, British |
| Height: | 1.75 m |
| Weight: | 79 Kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Relationship Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Tamiko Bolton (m. 2013), Susan Weber (m. 1983–2005), Annaliese Witschak (m. 1960–1983) |
| Children: | Yes (Alexander Soros, Jonathan Soros, Andrea Soros, Gregory Soros, Robert Soros) |
| Profession: | Hungarian-American investor and philanthropist. |
| 2022 Net Worth: | $10 billion |
George Soros: Early Years & Biography
Born Gorgy Schwartz on August 12, 1930, George Soros was raised in Germany by his Jewish parents, who later relocated to England. He completed his studies, earning both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in philosophy from the London School of Economics.
George Soros: Personal Life
Soros tied the knot with his current spouse Susan Weber in 2013 after parting ways with his earlier partners, specifically Susan Weber and Annaliese Witschak. He has five offspring with them: Robert Daniel (b.1963), Andrea Colombel (b.1965), Jonathan Tivadar (b.1970), Alexander (b.1985), and Gregory James (b.1988).
George Soros: Age, Height, and Weight
Having been born on August 12, 1930, George Soros is 92 years old as of 2022. He stands at a height of 1.75 m, weighing 79 Kg.
George Soros: Professional Journey
Initially, Soros worked as a wholesaler where he was a driven salesperson faced with job scarcity post-graduation. He struggled in interviews until he secured a position at Singer and Friedlander in 1954. Initially, he had a role as a mere clerk but in 1956 he transitioned to New York to work for F.M. Mayer as an arbitrage trader until 1959. He subsequently advanced his career at Wertheim & Co, serving as an analyst.
From 1963 to 1969, George served as the vice president at Arnhold and S. Bleichroeder, where his investments yielded substantial profits for the company. In 1970, he established Soros Fund Management and took on the role of CEO. Prior to this, he founded another firm, which at one point became challenging to manage alongside the other. By rebranding one of his funds to ‘Quantum Fund,’ his enterprises thrived, greatly enhancing his wealth.
As a businessman and investor, he participated in various ventures such as shorting the pound in 1992, which involved selling pounds extensively for months, and engaging in the Société Générale insider trade in 1988 where the proprietor invited him to acquire shares. Earlier this year in Macedonia, he initiated a campaign termed ‘stop operation Soros,’ aiming to provide feedback on his global endeavors.
George Soros: Awards & Accomplishments
His initial accolade was his degree from Oxford and other institutes in 1980. In 2000, he received a prize from the Yale International Centre, and later in 1995, he earned an economics degree from Bologna University. He has been inducted into Institutional Investors Alpha’s Hedge Fund Hall of Fame and acknowledged among the top 20 premier managers.
George Soros: 2022 Net Worth
As of October 2022, George Soros’s net worth stands at $10 billion.
