Lens Technology founder Zhou Qunfei returns as China's wealthiest woman
Hurun Research Institute’s 2026 list ranks Zhou Qunfei at the top of China's female entrepreneur wealth index with a net worth of 127 billion yuan.
Zhou Qunfei, founder of Lens Technology, has reclaimed the title of China's wealthiest woman after an 11-year gap. According to the 2026 Hurun Female Entrepreneurs list, her fortune rose by 170 million yuan to reach 127 billion yuan, a 15 percent increase from the previous year.
The combined wealth of the top 50 women on the list reached a record 1.93 trillion yuan. Analysts noted a significant shift in wealth accumulation tied to the AI supply chain, particularly within the printed circuit board (PCB) industry. Individuals like Wang Xin, founder of PCB drill manufacturer Dingtai High-tech, saw substantial growth, reflecting a broader pivot toward high-tech manufacturing and hardware innovation in the Chinese economy.
Demographic data from the report shows that 65 percent of the women on the list are self-made, while 35 percent inherited their wealth. Hong Kong remains the primary residence for the highest concentration of these entrepreneurs, while the average age of the top 50 stood at 60 years.