Eric Sprott
Finance

Eric Sprott Net Worth

Eric Sprott, born in 1944 in Canada, is a passionate investor in precious metals. He sold his first venture, Sprott Securities, to its employees in 2001 and donated $10 million to Carleton University, which renamed its business school in his honor. In 2008, he took his current venture, Sprott Asset Management, public, but the shares fell 73% in the following months. Despite this, the shares are still down 27% from their debut.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Year 1944
Birth Place Canada
Age 79 YEARS OLD
Alma mater Carleton University
Occupation investor
Known for Sprott School of Business
Spouse(s) Vizma Sprott
Children 2

💰 Net worth: $1.1 Billion (2024)

Eric Sprott, a prominent figure in the Canadian finance industry, is expected to see his net worth rise to a staggering $1.1 billion by 2024. With an impressive track record in investments and wealth management, Sprott has established himself as a prominent name in the financial world. His expertise and strategic vision have propelled him to great success, earning him a place among the wealthiest individuals in Canada. As an influential figure, Sprott continues to make significant contributions to the finance industry, leaving a lasting impact on both investors and aspiring professionals in the field.

Biography/Timeline

2001

Sprott started his career as a research analyst with Merrill Lynch, before becoming a fund manager. In 2001, he sold his first company, Sprott Securities, to the company's staff, and donated $10 million to Carleton University, who renamed their Business school, the Sprott School of Business.

2008

Sprott advised Investors to buy gold before the 2008 financial crash.

2010

He was the chairman of Sprott Inc, a Toronto-based asset management firm, from 2010 to May 2017.

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