William Ding and NetEase
William Ding founded NetEase and holds about 45% of it, according to MarketScreener 36.
Full nameDing Lei (William Ding)
NationalityChina
Known forFounder and CEO of NetEase
William Ding's companies
| Company | Role |
|---|---|
| NetEase | Founder and CEO; holds about 45.05% |
| NetEase Youdao | Director |
NetEase
One of the world's largest online and mobile games operators, with games including Fantasy Westward Journey. MarketScreener lists his stake at 45.05% (1.45 billion shares) in March 2026 36.
Side ventures
In 2012 NetEase branched into pork production, and the company licensed Marvel comics for China 69.
Frequently asked questions
About 45.05%, or 1.45 billion shares, according to MarketScreener in March 2026.
Yes, he has been CEO since November 2005.
Sources✓ Verified 14 Nov 2026
1 MarketScreener, Lei Ding, 31 May 2026, Stake
2 South China Morning Post, How internet billionaire Ding Lei brought Marvel comics to China, 1 Jan 1970, Games, Marvel
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