Billionaire Profile
Gary Fegel
Global Rank
#2156

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Gary Fegel

CEO, GMF Capital
CH
Real-Time Net Worth
$1.8B
As of December 2025
Age
51
Source
Commodities, investments
Industry
metals-mining
Citizenship
CH

Biography

Gary Fegel is a Swiss businessman with a current net worth of $1.8 billion as of December 5, 2025. His wealth stems from commodities and investments. He is primarily self-made. Fegel's career includes a significant tenure at Glencore, where he managed the global aluminum business before departing in 2013. He subsequently founded GMF Capital, a family office that invests across various sectors, including media, technology, and real estate. Fegel holds an MBA from the University of St. Gallen.

In-Depth Profile

Early Life

Gary Mischa Fegel, now 51 years old, obtained his Master of Business Administration from the University of St. Gallen. His career began in the commodities sector, where he would eventually become a key figure.

Rise to Success

Fegel's career began at Glencore in 2001, after obtaining his MBA. He rapidly rose through the ranks, managing the global aluminum business. Fegel left Glencore in 2013 and started building a diversified investment portfolio. He founded GMF Capital, a family office, that invests in various sectors.

Key Business Strategies

Fegel's approach centers on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities within commodities, investments, and related sectors. His investments include public and private equity, with a focus on companies in media and technology, as well as real estate. He sold his real estate asset management firm, GMF RE, in 2022. Recent deals include a merger with FlyExclusive, a U.S. aviation company, and the purchase of The Motorsport Network.

Philanthropy

Information regarding Gary Fegel's specific philanthropic endeavors and amounts could not be found via search.

Career Milestones

2001

Joined Glencore

Joined the alumina and aluminum department at Glencore, after earning his MBA.

2007

Director of Glencore's Aluminum Department

Managed the operations of Glencore's aluminum business.

2013

Founded GMF Capital

Established GMF Capital, a family office focusing on investments.

2022

Sold GMF RE

Sold his real estate asset management firm, GMF RE.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

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Undisclosed

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