Billionaire Profile
Lai Guogui & family
Global Rank
#2416

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Lai Guogui & family

CEO, Machinery
CHINA
Real-Time Net Worth
$1.585B
Estimated based on Machinery stock value as of March 6, 2026
+6% (24h)
Age
62
Source
machinery
Industry
Manufacturing
Citizenship
CHINA

Biography

Lai Guogui, aged 62, is the founder and chairman of Zhejiang CFMOTO Power, a Chinese manufacturer specializing in transportation vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles. With a current net worth of $1.6 billion as of February 1, 2026, Lai Guogui is ranked #2790 on Forbes' 2025 Billionaires list. He founded CFMOTO in 1989 in Hangzhou, China. His source of wealth is machinery, and he is self-made.

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Wealth Over Time

In-Depth Profile

Early Life

Lai Guogui was born in China. In 1989, at the age of 24, he decided to change his life and founded CFMOTO, initially manufacturing motorcycle parts.

Rise to Success

CFMOTO quickly grew from a small motorcycle production line into a successful powersports manufacturer. The company's expansion included the development of engines, scooters, and motorcycles, and eventually, ATVs. CFMOTO became the first Chinese ATV manufacturer. Under Lai's leadership, the company expanded internationally, and in 2015, Lai Minjie succeeded his father as CEO.

Key Business Strategies

CFMOTO focuses on innovation and development to create a premium global powersports brand. The company has expanded its product line to include utility vehicles (UFORCE) and sport side-by-sides (ZFORCE). The company's success is rooted in its determination, progressive approach, and focus on customer needs.

Philanthropy

There is no available information about Lai Guogui's specific philanthropic initiatives at this time.

Career Milestones

1989

Founded CFMOTO

Lai Guogui founded CFMOTO, a company that began by manufacturing motorcycle parts.

2019

CFMOTO 30th Anniversary

CFMOTO celebrated its 30th anniversary.

2024

Lai Minjie becomes Chairman

Lai Minjie was elected as the chairman of Zhejiang CFMOTO Power (603129.SH).

Business Philosophy & Leadership

Notable Quotes

"Life is like sailing against the current, either you keep forging ahead or you keep falling behind.”"

Leadership Principles

Determination

CFMOTO's drive to stand out and be unique in the industry.