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Lakshmi Mittal

Is Lakshmi Mittal A-List?

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YesLakshmi Mittal is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 2006

ArcelorMittal Merger

Ranking Timeline

1976C$1M

Started Ispat International

Mittal starts Ispat International. It is the foundation of his future success.

1995B$500M+$499M

Acquired Karmet Steel Mill

Mittal acquired Karmet Steel Mill in Kazakhstan. This helps him establish his influence in the steel industry.

2006A$25B+$24.5B

ArcelorMittal Merger

Mittal merges Ispat International with Arcelor. This creates the world's largest steel company.

2008S$45B+$20B

Peak Net Worth

Mittal's net worth peaks. He becomes one of the richest men in the world.

2013A$16B-$29B

Reduced Steel Demand

Steel demand drops causing a significant dip in net worth. However, his influence on the industry remains.

2025A$17B+$1B

Moves to UAE

Mittal moves to the UAE. His wealth continues to accumulate.

2026A$17B

Steel Magnate Continues

Mittal remains a prominent figure in the steel industry. His net worth remains high.

Last updated: February 25, 2026