India, Sept. 13 -- Michael Dell's net worth is estimated at $276.5 billion as of September 12, 2026, according to Forbes' Real-Time Billionaires List. Despite reaching a higher fortune than his September 9 figure, Dell is currently ranked No. 3 among the world's richest people.

His wealth has jumped sharply in 2026 as Dell Technologies shares have surged on strong demand for equipment used in artificial intelligence data centers.

Dell, 61, founded the company at 19 while studying at the University of Texas at Austin. He also holds major investments outside the company through his private investment firm, DFO Management.

Dell's position on the billionaire rankings has changed this week. On September 9, Forbes reported that his net worth...