Who is the Richest Person in Indonesia as of November 2024? Prajogo Pangestu is in the Top Position!

Kapanlagi.com - The leading business magazine, Forbes, once again captivates the public with the announcement of the list of the richest people in Indonesia as of November 2024. Amidst the ever-changing market dynamics, conglomerates operating in the petrochemical, mining, banking, and media sectors have recorded extraordinary wealth that continues to fluctuate. This list is sourced from the Real Time Billionaires section of Forbes, which regularly monitors wealth movements in line with fluctuations in the global stock market.

At the top of the list, we again see big names like Prajogo Pangestu, Budi Hartono, Michael Hartono, and Low Tuck Kwong, each with impressively high amounts of wealth. Some figures have experienced ranking changes, while others remain firmly in the top positions. Besides just numbers, data from Forbes also provides a clear picture of the sectors that drive Indonesia's economy.

Here is an interesting summary of the list of the richest people in Indonesia according to Forbes for November 2024, complete with the latest information on changes in the wealth values of each conglomerate based on their business sectors. Check out the complete information summarized by Kapanlagi.com from various sources, Monday (4/11).

1. Prajogo Pangestu - Founder of Barito Pacific

In November 2024, Forbes crowned Prajogo Pangestu as the king of wealth in Indonesia, with a total fortune reaching 50.9 billion US dollars or around Rp806 trillion.

The owner of giant companies in the petrochemical sector, such as PT Barito Pacific Tbk and PT Chandra Asri Petrochemical, does not only rely on his lucrative business, but also has to face the challenges of stock price fluctuations in the petrochemical, energy, and mining industries that also affect his position on the global wealth map.

2. Budi Hartono - Owner of BCA and Djarum Group

In second place, we find Budi Hartono, a familiar figure in the Indonesian banking world as one of the owners of BCA, the largest bank in the country. His wealth now reaches 26.7 billion US dollars, although it has experienced a slight decline compared to last month.

Together with his brother, Michael Hartono, Budi also leads Djarum Group, which has expanded its wings into the electronics and property sectors, showing that their wealth is not only focused on one field.

3. Michael Hartono - Entrepreneur of Djarum Group

Michael Hartono, the younger brother of Budi, has successfully secured the third position on the list of the richest people with a wealth of 25.6 billion US dollars. His abundant wealth comes from the Djarum business and his ownership of shares in Bank Central Asia (BCA).

Despite experiencing a slight decline, the Hartono family remains firmly established as one of the most influential conglomerates in Southeast Asia.

4. Low Tuck Kwong - Owner of PT Bayan Resources

Low Tuck Kwong, the king of Indonesian coal, controls PT Bayan Resources with a fantastic wealth of 24.3 billion US dollars.

As a key player in the energy industry, he has an impressive business portfolio, making him an influential figure not only in his homeland but also throughout the Asian region.

5. Sri Prakash Lohia - Founder of Indorama Corporation

Sri Prakash Lohia, a tycoon in the petrochemical and textile industry, has carved out success with a fortune of 8.5 billion US dollars.

Thanks to his vision and innovation, the Indorama Corporation he founded now soars as one of the global giants in synthetic fiber production, making him a pioneer in this competitive market.

6. Agoes Projosasmito - President Commissioner of Amman Mineral Indonesia

With expertise in managing gold and copper mining businesses, Agoes Projosasmito has amassed a fantastic fortune of 6.6 billion US dollars.

His company, Amman Mineral Indonesia, now stands tall as one of the giants in the domestic mining industry, solidifying its position on the Indonesian business map.

7. Tahir Family - Owners of Mayapada Group

Mayapada Group, which dominates the banking, healthcare, and real estate sectors, has propelled the Tahir Family into the elite list with a total wealth of 6.3 billion US dollars.

Their wealth surge is driven by brilliant expansion strategies in banking and property, creating an impressive footprint in the business world.

8. Chairul Tanjung - Owner of CT Corp

Chairul Tanjung, the owner of CT Corp, has managed to attract attention with a wealth of 5.3 billion US dollars.

The companies he leads have explored various sectors, ranging from inspiring media, captivating retail, to solid banking, making him one of the leading business figures in Indonesia.

9. Djoko Susanto - Founder of Alfamart

Djoko Susanto, the retail king behind the Alfamart network, has recorded an impressive wealth of 4.8 billion US dollars.

With sharp vision and brilliant strategies, he has expanded his business to reach every corner of Indonesia, making Alfamart one of the shopping icons inseparable from the daily lives of the people.

10. Lim Hariyanto Wijaya Sarwono - Owner of Harita Group

Lim Hariyanto, the figure managing mining and plantation companies, now records a fantastic wealth of 4.3 billion US dollars.

With Harita Group playing a significant role in the nickel and bauxite sectors, Lim has become not only an entrepreneur but also an influential figure carving his name on the map of Indonesia's mining industry.

(kpl/rmt)