Emir BardakçıXiaomi CEO Lei Jun has once again secured a spot on the Forbes China Best CEO List for 2025—an achievement that underscores his ongoing influence in the tech sector. Forbes selects just 25 top leaders each year, so this recognition places Lei Jun among the most effective executives in the business. Xiaomi’s consistent growth in both smartphones and IoT products continues to set the company apart in a highly competitive market.
Performance Highlights
The numbers this year are hard to ignore. Companies helmed by the 50 CEOs on Forbes’ list averaged a 79% increase in stock price, with net profits up more than 50% for the latest fiscal year. These results speak to the strength of their strategies and execution in challenging market conditions.
Other Industry Leaders on the List
Lei Jun is joined by several prominent figures:
- Ma Huateng (Tencent): Rejoins the list, with Tencent’s stock rising 51.8%.
- Wang Chuanfu (BYD): Fifth consecutive appearance, thanks to record profits.
- Fang Hongbo (Midea Group): Continues to lead in home appliance innovation.
- Yin Zhiyao (China Micro Corporation): Recognized for leadership in semiconductors.
Emergence of Next-Generation Leadership
This year’s list reflects a notable shift: nine CEOs born in the 1980s made the cut—three times as many as two years ago. This trend highlights the growing role of younger leaders who are shaping China’s digital transformation and responding to evolving consumer demands.
Growth of the Consumer Sector
Another key takeaway: the rise of consumer-focused enterprises. Nine CEOs from this sector were selected, including Bawang Tea’s Zhang Junjie, the first representative born after 1990. This strong showing speaks to the growing importance of consumer markets in China’s economy.
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Source: ITHome
