FX.co ★ Richest billionaires in metals and mining industry

1st place - Gina Rinehart

Australian Gina Rinehart, whose fortune is estimated at more than $30 billion, is one of the most influential figures in the metals and mining industries. After the death of her father in 1992, she took over Hancock Prospecting, a company specializing in iron ore mining. Today, the company has a 50% interest in the Hope Downs open-pit mine and is involved in other major mining projects. It also produces 60 million tons of iron ore annually at Roy Hill.

2nd place - Savitri Jindal

Savitri Jindal, a former minister in the Haryana government, is currently one of the top 5 richest women in the country. Her fortune is estimated at $28.5 billion. The main source of profit for this businesswoman is the multi-branch conglomerate Jindal Group, which she inherited after the death of her husband. Today, it includes JSW Steel, which is considered to be India's largest player in the steel industry.

3rd place - Germán Larrea Mota Velasco

Germán Larrea Mota Velasco is one of the richest men in Mexico, with a fortune of about $28 billion. He currently heads the multi-industry conglomerate, Grupo Mexico. The mining department of this company holds the leading position in copper production in Mexico and is also among the top 3 global producers of this metal.

4th place - Vladimir Lisin

Vladimir Lisin, whose personal fortune today has almost reached $26 billion, is an iconic figure in the Russian steel industry. The largest share in the businessman's portfolio is held by shares of Novolipetsk Steel, which is one of the four largest steel-producing companies in Russia. The enterprise produces a wide range of steel products and is considered a leading industry player in the domestic market.

5th place - Iris Fontbona

Today, this businesswoman, whose fortune is $25 billion, is not only the richest person in Chile but also the wealthiest woman in Latin America. After her husband died in 2005, Iris Fontbona inherited his fortune, including nearly 70% of Antofagasta PLC, one of the world's largest copper producers.