big number
200%. That’s how much Dell shares have swelled by this year as they more than tripled in value, despite a recent selloff. Michael Dell’s fortune opened 2026 at $141 billion, ranking him as the 13th-richest person in the world, and his wealth has surged 864% since hitting $22.9 billion in 2020.
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what to watch for
Dell will report Q2 earnings next month, while Meta reports next week.
key background
Dell has become one of the largest beneficiaries of the broader buildup of AI infrastructure, as the hardware firm has become a key supplier to data centers. The company reported an 88% surge in revenue through its previous quarter, boosting Dell’s stock by 39% in its best trading session ever. AI server revenue skyrocketed by 757% over the previous year, Dell reported, with expectations for annual sales topping $60 billion. President Donald Trump, who became a shareholder in the first quarter, has urged investors to buy Dell, urging traders to “go out and buy a Dell.”
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further reading
ForbesMichael Dell’s Net Worth Surges Up $35 Billion From Dell’s Best Day Ever—Passing Zuckerberg As 6th RichestBy Ty Roush