Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has seen his estimated net worth surge beyond $100 billion driven predominantly by an unprecedented rise in the price of Binance Coin (BNB). BNB recently attained a new all-time high of $827, marking a substantial 20% increase over just two weeks.
This massive wealth assessment stems largely from CZ’s significant personal stash of BNB tokens and his controlling stake in Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. While market valuations fluctuate rapidly, Bloomberg currently estimates CZ’s fortune at approximately $60 billion, whereas Forbes places it at $61 billion. These estimates incorporate his major shareholding in Binance, valued around $33 billion, and ownership of roughly 94 million BNB tokens.
However, an assessment utilizing BNB’s current market price suggests the potential scale of CZ’s wealth. Should his substantial BNB holdings be valued at $827 per token, they would total approximately $78 billion. Combining this figure with his Binance stake yields a total theoretical net worth exceeding $110 billion, potentially positioning him among the very wealthiest individuals globally.
Critical considerations temper this projection. Liquidity constraints mean converting such a large volume of BNB holdings into traditional cash would significantly impact the token’s price. Furthermore, CZ’s ownership represents over 60% of the circulating BNB supply, creating inherent market concentration risks. The sustainability of his wealth valuation remains deeply intertwined with BNB’s volatile market performance and the token’s distribution.