3月17日，据恒基兆业地产官网发布消息称，"恒基兆业地产有限公司沉痛宣布集团创办人李兆基大紫荆 勋贤，痛于今天黄昏，在家人陪伴下安详与世长辞，积闰享寿九十七岁。" 与多数白手起家的商人不同，李兆基一开始就站在较高的起点上。他是金铺神童，也是地产大佬，还 是"亚洲股神"，他的一生堪称一部跌宕起伏的商业传奇。 李兆基出生于1928年，是广东顺德人。因为在家中排行第四，所以被港人称为"四叔"。 李兆基的父亲本身就是个商人，经营着两间门店，主营黄金、汇兑、外币买卖生意，父亲为了他以后能 够更好地参与管理家业，6岁就把李兆基安排进家里的金铺开始学习做生意了。12岁时，李兆基已熟练掌 握看金、化金、熔金的本领。15岁时，父亲因长驻广州湾生意，于是将顺德的"天宝荣金铺"和"永生银 号"都交予李兆基掌管。小小年纪的他，是当时顺德无人不知的神童。 有"四叔"之称的香港地产富豪、恒基兆业地产创始人李兆基的传奇一生落幕。 6岁进金铺15岁掌家族生意 在管理家族店铺期间，一个偶然的机会，李兆基发现店里请来的炼金师傅在悄悄"偷金"，于是赶紧报告 父亲，建议父亲要警告这个人。而父亲却要他打住话题，不要再讲。理由是，他早就知道师傅"偷金" ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the passing of Li Ka-shing, the founder of Henderson Land Development Company, highlighting his significant contributions to the real estate industry and his legacy as a prominent business leader in Hong Kong [2][5]. Group 1: Personal Background and Career - Li Ka-shing was born on February 20, 1928, in Shunde, Guangdong, and passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 97 [2][5]. - He moved to Hong Kong in 1948 with only 1,000 HKD and initially engaged in foreign exchange and gold trading, establishing a foothold in the business community [5][6]. - In 1958, he co-founded Yongye Company, marking his entry into the real estate sector by purchasing the Shatin Hotel and developing various properties [6][7]. Group 2: Business Achievements - Li Ka-shing became a prominent figure in the real estate market, co-founding New World Development Company in 1963, which focused on mid-sized residential buildings [7][8]. - He established Cheung Kong Holdings in 1976, which later became a major player in the real estate market, and led the company to go public in 1988 [7][9]. - By the 1990s, he was recognized as the richest Chinese and Asian individual for three consecutive years from 1995 to 1997, and ranked fourth globally [3][9]. Group 3: Investment Philosophy and Legacy - Li Ka-shing was known for his investment strategy, which emphasized careful calculation and the importance of hard work and diligence in business [11]. - His wealth peaked at 215 billion HKD in 2018 and 30.4 billion USD in 2020, showcasing his success in both real estate and stock market investments [10]. - Even after retirement, his influence remains significant, with his properties, such as the Peak property at 25.6 million HKD in rental value, continuing to set records in Hong Kong [11].