Ray Dalio Completes Exit from Bridgewater as Final Stake Sells

Ray Dalio has officially exited Bridgewater Associates, the hedge fund he founded nearly 50 years ago, concluding his long leadership role and selling his final stake in the firm. The 76-year-old billionaire stepped away from all board responsibilities and shareholdings, marking the culmination of a planned transition that spanned several years. Dalio initially stepped down as CEO in 2017 and as chairman by the end of 2021, gradually reducing his involvement before finalizing the exit in late July 2025 [1].

With Dalio’s departure, Bridgewater moves into a new era of leadership under co-Chief Investment Officer Bob Prince, who is now the firm’s largest individual partner and assumed greater operational control. This shift aligns with the firm’s broader strategy to transition away from direct founder influence and ensure continuity in its investment philosophy [3].

The change has been largely absorbed by financial markets without significant disruption, with no immediate impact observed on cryptocurrency markets or digital asset governance. Bridgewater’s leadership restructuring mirrors similar transitions at other major institutions, such as Warren Buffett’s eventual exit from Berkshire Hathaway. However, unlike Buffett’s legacy with broader public market influence, Dalio’s exit lacks direct implications for crypto, as the firm remains focused on traditional investment strategies [4].

Notably, the Brunei Investment Agency now holds a 20% stake in Bridgewater, signaling a shift in institutional ownership and governance structure. The agency’s increased involvement reflects broader institutional trends in diversification and long-term investment planning, though no direct connection to crypto exposure is evident [2].

Dalio’s exit concludes a leadership journey marked by both foresight and resilience, including his notable prediction of the 2008 financial crisis. While his influence on the firm’s culture will persist, operational control is now firmly in the hands of a new generation of leaders. Bridgewater, managing $92.1 billion in assets, continues to navigate a post-Dalio era with strategic continuity and a commitment to long-term stability [5].

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[1] Pensions: [Ray Dalio sells final Bridgewater stake, completes exit as ...](https://www.pionline.com/alternative-investments/hedge-funds/pi-ray-dalio-sells-bridgewater-associates-stake/)

[2] Entrepreneur: [Why Ray Dalio Is 'Thrilled About' Selling His Last Shares](https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/why-ray-dalio-is-thrilled-about-selling-his-last-shares/495366)

[3] The Economic Times: [Ray Dalio bids farewell: Bridgewater founder sells final stake](https://m.economictimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ray-dalio-bids-farewell-bridgewater-founder-sells-final-stake/dalio-exits-bridgewater/slideshow/123036806.cms)

[4] Investing.com: [Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio sells remaining stake in ...](https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/ray-dalio-sells-remaining-stake-in-bridgewater-letter-says-4164626)

[5] Cointelegraph: [Ray Dalio sells final Bridgewater stake after predicting debt ...](https://cointelegraph.com/news/ray-dalio-sells-last-bridgewater-stake-debt-collapse-prediction)