John W. Thompson: Black executive behind one of the world’s largest tech mergers
Thompson’s tenure at Symantec Corp., now known as Gen Digital Inc., cemented his legacy as a visionary leader and master dealmaker.
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IBM finalizes $4.6-billion acquisition of firm linked to America’s richest Black billionaire
Under Smith, America’s richest Black billionaire, Vista Equity Partners has surpassed $100 billion in assets under management.
America’s richest Black billionaire Robert F. Smith’s firm crosses $100-billion asset mark
Under Smith’s guidance, Vista has realized substantial gains, amounting to $14.3 billion through monetization since 2021.
African-American mogul Sheila Johnson’s luxurious resort undergoes rebranding
The rebranding effort is poised to reinforce the resort’s position under Salamander Collection, a hospitality management company.
Adidas takes $364-million hit in wake of Kanye West’s Yeezy sneakers resale
The recent downturn came shortly after the German sportswear giant announced the launch of the second sale of West’s Yeezy sneakers.
Billionaire Michael Lee-Chin-linked fund faces stunning $7-million loss
Lee-Chin is the founder of Portland Private Equity, the private equity fund company in charge of Portland JSX Limited.
Kanye West’s Yeezy sneakers return for second sale amid high demand
In May, Adidas announced its decision to sell off the inventory of Yeezy sneakers created in partnership with West.
Adidas rakes in $440 million in sales from Kanye West’s Yeezy sneakers
This marks the first release of the Yeezy sneakers following the termination of Adidas’ collaboration with West in October 2022.
Michael Jordan finalizes sale of Hornets stake in $3-billion deal
The deal, valued at an impressive $3 billion, marks the end of Michael Jordan’s decade-long tenure as the franchise’s chief decision-maker.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces setback as Cannabis producers terminate $185-million deal
For Combs, this development is a setback in his ambitions to diversify and expand his business ventures, especially in the cannabis industry.
Firm led by America’s richest Black billionaire offers $1-billion equity injection to Finastra
Under Smith, America’s richest Black billionaire, Vista Equity has realized $14.3 billion through monetization since 2021.
Alex Karp rejoins elite Black billionaires with over $2 billion in net worth
The surge in Karp’s wealth has positioned him as one of the six Black billionaires in America with fortunes exceeding $2 billion.
Kanye West’s stake in Kim Kardashian’s shapewear line hits $200 million
West’s stake in Skims is now worth $200 million, a $40-million increase from its value of $160 million at the start of the year.
Meet Shonda Rhimes: Powerhouse producer of ‘Bridgerton,’ who ranks as one of America’s richest Black women
As a visionary producer, creative genius, and business trailblazer, Rhimes’ influence will continue to shape the future of television and storytelling.
5 companies owned by the world’s richest Black woman, Oprah Winfrey
Billionaires.Africa has closely monitored prominent companies founded or partly owned by Winfrey, identifying her influence over these ventures.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s net worth rebounds with $200-million surge
Motsepe’s substantial stake of 89,092,411 ordinary shares in ARM constitutes most of his current $2.6-billion fortune.