Profile and Interesting Facts about Armand Wahyudi Hartono, the Richest Person in Indonesia, Who Once Earned Billions of Rupiah from Dividend Shares

Kapanlagi.com - Armand Wahyudi Hartono is a direct descendant of the family that owns the Djarum Group and PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BBCA). His father, Robert Budi Hartono, is the owner of BCA, while his grandfather, Oei Wie Gwan, founded the Djarum cigarette company and the Hartono Group.

Although coming from a family with abundant wealth, Armand has a simple lifestyle. In addition, he has successfully earned billions of rupiah from the dividend distribution of PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BBCA).

Want to know more about Armand Wahyudi Hartono? Here is a review of his profile and interesting information, summarized on Tuesday (23/04/2024).

1. Brief Profile of Armand Wahyudi Hartono

Portrait of Armand Wahyudi Hartono (Source: bca.co.id)

Armand Wahyudi Hartono was born in Semarang, Central Java, on May 20, 1975. He began his education at California State University, where he obtained a bachelor's degree in electrical technology in 1996.

After that, he continued his education at Stanford University and successfully earned a Master of Science degree in Engineering Economic-System and Operation Research in 1997.

Currently, he holds the position of Vice President Director at PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BBCA). This appointment took place after the election in the 2016 Annual General Meeting for a term of five years, and received approval from the Financial Services Authority (OJK) on June 21, 2016.

2. The Richest Person's Son in Indonesia

Portrait of Armand Wahyudi Hartono (Source: bca.co.id)

Armand, the son of Robert Budi Hartono, is known as the heir of one of Indonesia's leading business figures. Robert is the owner of Bank Central Asia (BCA), the largest private bank in Indonesia, with a wealth of US$26.8 billion or around Rp 393 trillion.

In addition, Armand is the nephew of Michael Bambang Hartono, the founder of Djarum and the second richest person with a wealth of US$25.6 billion or around Rp 367.5 trillion.

3. Known for a Simple Lifestyle

Portrait of Armand Wahyudi Hartono's post (Source: Instagram/@armandhartono)

Although born into a wealthy family in Indonesia, a simple lifestyle has become Armand's trademark. As the Vice President Director of BCA, he became the talk of many people for sharing a photo of his worn-out shoes on social media platform some time ago.

"Prepare for anything. Anything can happen, old shoes suddenly tear during the journey, luckily there is tape," wrote Armand Hartono on his Instagram account.

4. Becomes Chairman of AEI

Portrait of Armand Wahyudi Hartono (Source: conferences.marketing-interactive.com)

Armand Wahyudi Hartono, also known as Armand Hartono, has officially been selected as the Chairman of the Indonesian Issuers Association (AEI) for the 2023-2026 term. The election was held after AEI held a Members' Consultation on Thursday (14/9/2023) at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, Jakarta.

5. Once Earned Billions of Rupiah from Stock Dividends

Portrait of Armand Wahyudi Hartono (Source: Special/BCA)

BCA has announced plans to provide cash dividends in 2023 to eligible BBCA shareholders on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Armand successfully earned billions in dividends from the distribution of PT Bank Central Asia Tbk.

As Vice President Director of BCA, Armand owns 4.26 million personal shares. With this dividend distribution, he received dividends amounting to Rp1.15 billion.

6. Whose Child is Armand BCA?

Despite being surrounded by luxury and prestige, Armand still shows a humble nature. He is the child of Robert Budi Hartono, who owns BCA, and a descendant of Oei Wie Gwan, the founder of Djarum and the Hartono Group.

7. Who is Robert Hartono's child?

Armand Hartono comes from a wealthy family known as conglomerates from BCA and Djarum, namely Robert Budi Hartono, the individual with the highest wealth in Indonesia. Although coming from a financially established family background, Armand has a simple lifestyle. The story of Armand patching his damaged shoes has become a popular topic in the media.

8. How many children does Hartono have?

Robert Budi Hartono has three children, including Armand Hartono. Because the Hartono brothers are considered humble individuals, their wealth in Indonesia has become a spotlight.

9. What is Robert Budi Hartono's ranking as the richest person in the world?

Robert Budi Hartono's wealth reaches US$26.6 billion, equivalent to Rp 395.14 trillion with an assumption of Rp 14,855 per US$. His wealth places him as the 55th richest person in the world. Meanwhile, Michael Hartono is in second place with a wealth of US$25.4 billion.

10. Who is the Hartono Family?

The wealth of two brothers, Robert Budi Hartono and Michael Hartono, makes them the richest individuals in Indonesia according to Forbes' Indonesia 50's Richest list.

(kpl/nov)