Israeli Billionaires Suffer Major Losses as Eyal Ofer Retains Top Spot
Israel's wealthiest billionaires faced massive financial losses this week, led by Eyal Ofer and Miriam Adelson, yet the nation's elite rankings remain unchanged at the top of global indices.
Israel's wealthiest individuals faced significant financial losses this week amid broader market fluctuations, yet the country's elite billionaire rankings remain unchanged at the top. Shipping and real estate tycoon Eyal Ofer maintains his position as Israel's wealthiest person, despite seeing his personal fortune decline by over 100 million dollars to stand at 35.8 billion dollars, placing him 65th globally.
Eyal Ofer leads an international business empire built on shipping, real estate, and financial investments. He controls the shipping firm Zodiac Maritime, manages global real estate through Global Holdings, and holds a stake in Mizrahi-Tefahot Bank. His diversified global portfolio continues to anchor his standing at the summit of Israel's economic hierarchy.
Miriam Adelson occupies the second spot on the list, following a challenging week that saw her fortune decrease by more than 380 million dollars. Her net worth is now estimated at 30.5 billion dollars, positioning her 72nd worldwide. Adelson is a primary shareholder in Las Vegas Sands, a global leader in the casino and resort industry, alongside her philanthropic endeavors and ownership stake in the Dallas Mavericks NBA franchise.
Eyal Ofer's brother, Idan Ofer, ranks third after recording a substantial weekly loss of 94.7 million dollars, bringing his personal wealth to 29.4 billion dollars and the 79th global spot. Idan Ofer directs a major force in international maritime transport through Eastern Pacific Shipping, controls the Israel Corporation, and maintains ownership interests in European football via Spanish club Atletico Madrid.
Tech entrepreneurs Igor and Dmitry Bukhman experienced minimal disruption, shedding just 800,000 dollars over the week to maintain a combined fortune of 13.5 billion dollars, good for 223rd place globally. The brothers built their wealth through Playrix, the mobile gaming giant behind titles such as Homescapes and Township.
Concluding the top five, the Federman family reported a weekly loss of 130.1 million dollars, adjusting their net worth to 9.5 billion dollars and the 378th global ranking. The family's core assets span defense technology through Elbit Systems and the hospitality sector via Dan Public Transportation and hotel holdings.
