The richest kings in the world are not merely royal personalities but also business magnates, investors and property holders. From oil dynasties to luxury investments, these rulers reign not only over nations but also over billion dollar fortunes. Hereโs an overview of the top 10 richest kings of the world and their extravagant lives.
King Maha Vajiralongkorn – Thailand
Net Worth: Around $43 billionโ
King Maha Vajiralongkorn took the throne of Thailand in 2016, inheriting a lot of assets which include massive holdings in real estate and large corporations.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (UAE)
Net Worth: Approximately $30 billionโ
As the UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammedโs fortune is primarily from the emirateโs enormous oil reserves and investments.
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah -Brunei
Net Worth: Estimated $28 billionโ
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiahโs wealth is derived from the vast oil and gas reserves of Brunei which makes him one of the richest and longest reigning monarchs.
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King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud -Saudi Arabia
Net Worth: Around $18 billionโ
King Salmanโs fortune is due to the oil wealth of the kingdom and his familyโs long reign.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum -Dubai, UAE
Net Worth: Approximately $14 billionโ
As the UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed boasts diversified investments such as real estate and technology.
Grand Duke Henri -Luxembourg
Net Worth: Approximately $4 billionโ
Grand Duke Henriโs wealth is tied to investments across different sectors such as real estate and banking
Prince Hans-Adam II – Liechtenstein
Net Worth: Estimated at $4 billionโ
Prince Hans-Adam IIโs fortune comes mostly from the LGT Group, a private bank and asset manager owned by the princely house.
Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani – Qatar
Net Worth: Around $2 billionโ
Emir Tamimโs riches come from the enormous natural gas and oil deposits of Qatar, controlled by the Qatar Investment Authority
King Mohammed VI – Morocco
Net Worth: Approximately $2 billionโ
King Mohammed VI holds shares in banking, mining and real estate investment which add to his huge wealth.
Prince Albert II – Monaco
Net Worth: Estimated at $1 billion
Prince Albertโs fortune comprises real estate and other investments in Monacoโs booming economy.