Richest People in Lebanon
Lebanon houses some of the most inspiring entrepreneurs who have amassed huge wealth over the years. Many of them are fortunate to have able brothers, sons & other family members who have taken the business to new heights, often resulting in global expansion.
Are you curious to know more about the wealthy big wigs in Lebanon? Well, here is a list on top 6 richest names in the country.
1. Najib Mikati - $2.8 Billion
Najib Mikati, Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister and co-founder of M1 Group, has an estimated net worth of $2.8 billion as of 2024. His wealth stems from diverse investments in telecommunications, real estate, and fashion. Mikati is recognized as one of Lebanon's wealthiest individuals.
2. Taha Mikati - $2.8 Billion
The younger Mikati is an able business partner of his brother Najib and together they have taken Investcom to great heights before selling it to MTN. MTN is Taha’s sole biggest shareholding via holding firm M1 Group. M1 has got investments in jet leasing, real estate & apparel.
3. Bahaa Hariri - $2.1 Billion
Bahaa has got elaborate investments in Jordan. He has founded his own real estate firm Horizon Group, tying up with Jordan government. A highly qualified graduate from Boston University, Bahaa Hariri has got huge stakes in logistics firm Global Express.
4. Robert Mouawad - $1.5 Billion
Mouawad’s main source of wealth is his fine-jewelry establishment which has been passed on to him by his grandpa. The grand family business has got more than 20 stores across LA, Switzerland, Asia, added to Middle East. He also owns high stakes in real estate.
5. Ayman Hariri - $1.4 Billion
Ayman Hariri, son of the late Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri, is a billionaire entrepreneur. He co-founded and serves as CEO of Vero, an ad-free social media platform. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated at $1.4 billion, ranking him among Lebanon's wealthiest individuals.
6. Fahd Hariri - $1.2 Billion
Fahd Hariri, the youngest son of the late Lebanese Prime Minister Rafic Hariri, is a billionaire real estate developer. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated at $1.2 billion, ranking him among Lebanon's wealthiest individuals.
When it comes to the Richie-rich in Lebanon, construction, real estate & investment barons seem to sum up the niche mostly. However, the telecom titans of the country have also made to the list with élan and are standing on top of the roster.
