Steve Ballmer Makes $1 Billion a Year in Microsoft Dividends
Briefly

Steve Ballmer, former CEO of Microsoft, draws a substantial income from dividends, totaling $1 billion per year, due to his significant ownership of Microsoft stock. Despite criticism for his product launches, he successfully led Microsoft during a period where its revenue tripled. Now, with a net worth of $163 billion, Ballmer ranks as the sixth richest person globally. He remains the largest individual holder of Microsoft shares and has ramped up his philanthropy, giving more than $4 billion since 2014, although his charitable efforts are less publicly visible compared to those of Bill Gates.
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer earns $1 billion a year in dividends, holding 333 million Microsoft shares and becoming one of the richest people globally.
Ballmer's net worth reached $163 billion, largely due to his long-term holding of Microsoft stock after serving as CEO from 2000 to 2014.
Despite criticism for not launching hit products, Ballmer's leadership saw Microsoft's revenue triple, highlighting his business impact since joining in 1980.
Ballmer has become a significant philanthropist, contributing over $4 billion since 2014, although his efforts are less publicized than those of Bill Gates.
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