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Bernard Arnault

Wealth: $45 billion

Change (YoY): -2%

Bernard Arnault, chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LVMH since 1989 is ranked 6th in the list.

Image: Bernard Arnault. Photograph: Reuters

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Mark Zuckerberg

Wealth: $44 billion

Change (YoY): 42%

A self-made billionaire Mark Zuckerberg has the distinction of being the youngest person in the top 10 list.

The founder of Facebook saw his wealth soar by 42 per cent last year, securing a position in the top 10.

The next 3 person are all ranked at 8th position as their wealth stands at $36 billion.

Image: Mark Zuckerberg. Photograph: Reuters

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Charles Koch & David Koch

Wealth: $36 billion

Brothers Charles and David H. Koch each own 42 per cent stake in Koch Industries.

Image: David Koch (L) and Charles Koch. Photograph: Brendan McDermid/Reuters & Koch Industries

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Dieter Schwarz

Wealth: $36 billion

Change % (YoY): 29%

Dieter Schwarz is also ranked at 8th position.

German entrepreneur and owner of the Schwarz-Gruppe, saw a 29 per cent rise in wealth.

The retail group owns and operates the Lidl and Kaufland brands.

Image: Dieter Schwarz (inset)