Raymond Thomas Dalio is a renowned American investor, hedge fund manager, and author. Born on August 8, 1949 in New York City, Dalio is most notable for founding Bridgewater Associates in 1975. The firm quickly gained prominence and by 2013, it was recognized as the largest hedge fund in the world.

Dalio completed his education at C.W. Post College of Long Island University and earned an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1973. His career at Bridgewater began two years after completing his MBA, and he has served as co-chief investment officer since 1985.

In addition to his investment career, Dalio has authored several influential books. His 2017 publication, Principles: Life & Work, explores corporate management and investment philosophy and was featured on The New York Times bestseller list. His upcoming book, How Countries Go Broke, is eagerly anticipated and slated for release in 2025.

Dalio's success has earned him significant recognition, including being ranked #79 on Bloomberg's global wealth list in 2020, and #124 on Forbes' Richest People in the World list in December 2024, with a net worth of $15.4 billion.