Colombia has a mixed economy. Petrochemical industry, coal, textile industry, construction, coffee and dairy contribute to its GDP.
Here is a brief overview of the richest people in Colombia as of 2015, according Forbes.
4) Carlos Ardila Lulle – Net Worth: $2.6 Billion
This 84-year-old billionaire earned wealth by selling soda pop in Colombia. He increased his fortune by investing in sugar refineries, bottling companies, radio stations and television channels. He owns many bottling companies, the largest sugar refinery in Colombia and Colombian soccer team Nacional.
3) Jaime Gilinski Bacal – Net Worth: $3.4 Billion
This 56-year-old billionaire is seeking to expand globally. His Banco GNB Sudameris absorbed HSBC’s operations across Latin America. He bought the largest stake in Spain’s Banco Sabadell for $450 million. He is also involved in a massive real estate development in Panama alongside the UK’s Livingstone brothers.
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