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Jim Simons

Is Jim Simons A-List?

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NoJim Simons is currently ranked F tier — a public figure with minimal cultural presence.

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Reached A-list in 1988

Launch of Medallion Fund

Lost A-list status in 2026

Dropped to F tier — Financial Legacy Remains

Ranking Timeline

1964C$0.05M

Earns PhD in Mathematics

Simons completes his doctorate in mathematics, marking the beginning of his academic career.

1978B$0.5M+$0.45M

Founded Renaissance Technologies

Simons founds Renaissance Technologies, applying mathematical models to financial markets.

1988A$10M+$9.5M

Launch of Medallion Fund

Renaissance Technologies launches the Medallion Fund, achieving unprecedented investment returns.

2000S$1B+$990M

RenTech Dominates Hedge Funds

Renaissance Technologies becomes a leading hedge fund, revolutionizing the industry with quantitative methods.

2010S$10B+$9B

Simons Retires as CEO

Simons steps down as CEO of Renaissance Technologies, remaining involved in the company's operations.

2024S$31.4B+$21.4B

Death of Jim Simons

Jim Simons passes away, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneer in quantitative finance.

2026F▼▼▼▼▼$31.4B

Financial Legacy Remains

Simons' impact on the hedge fund industry is indelible. His quantitative methods continue to be influential and used broadly. Although his fund is still in operation, his recent death casts a shadow on the company's future.

Last updated: February 25, 2026