As of September 19, 2023, Carlos Slim Helu has a net worth of US$94.0 billion, making him the wealthiest person in the telecom industry. Rocco Commisso follows in second place with $8.0 billion, while Sunil Mittal ranks third with $7.2 billion, and Xavier Niel comes in fourth with $6.3 billion.
The fifth and sixth spots on the list are occupied by Robert Hale Jr., whose net worth is $5.4 billion, and Ananda Krishnan, whose net worth is $4.9 billion. Rakesh Mittal is placed 7th with a net worth of $4.7 billion. Rajan Mittal occupied the 8th position among the wealthiest people in the telecom industry, followed by Richard Li (No. 9) with $4.4 billion and Patrick Drahi (No. 10) with $4.3 billion.
Other billionaires in the telecom industry include Yasumitsu Shigeta ($4.1 billion), Shaul Shani ($4.0 billion), Naguib Sawiris ($3.3 billion), John Caudwell ($2.9 billion), Denis O’Brien ($2.7 billion), Taha Mikati ($2.7 billion), Najib Mikati ($2.7 billion), Marcelo Claure ($2.0 billion), Craig McCaw ($2.0 billion), and Strive Masiyiwa ($1.8 billion).
These individuals have amassed significant wealth through their involvement in the telecommunications sector. They have made their fortunes through various ventures, investments, and business strategies related to the industry.
Please note that this information is accurate as of September 19, 2023, and net worth figures are subject to change as market conditions fluctuate.