Kirill Shamalov, born in Moscow, Russia on March 22, 1982, is Russia's youngest billionaire. He is married to Katerina Tikhonova, who is believed to be the daughter of President Vladimir Putin, though officials refuse to confirm the marriage or her identity. Shamalov studied law at Saint Petersburg State University and became vice president of Sibur at age 26. In 2014, he purchased a stake in Sibur from Gennady Timchenko, a friend of Putin's who was the target of U.S. sanctions. He is now the second-largest shareholder in the petrochemical giant Sibur.
Kirill Shamalov is a member of Energy
Kirill Shamalov, also recognized as "Energy" in the Russian business circles, is projected to amass a remarkable net worth of $1.4 billion by 2024. This Russian tycoon, holding a prominent position in the country's energy sector, has displayed an astute ability to navigate the complex dynamics of the industry. As the heir to a substantial stake in one of Russia's largest oil and gas companies, Shamalov's fortune soared exponentially. With his strategic acumen and deep-rooted connections, it comes as no surprise that he has successfully propelled himself into the global billionaire club.
2016
$1.2 Billion
2017
$1.3 Billion
2018
$1.43 Billion
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Biography/Timeline
2012
Shamalov became an industry leader in 2012 when the owners of Sibur promoted him from Vice President of Business Administration to Deputy CEO. He was given a 4.3% stake in in the company. With the help of a loan from Gazprombank, Shamalov purchased an additional 17% of Sibur from Gennady Timchenko, owner of Sibur, for roughly $2.2 billion.
2017
In April of 2017, Bloomberg reported that Shamalov sold his shares of Sibur that he purchased from Timchenko to Leonid Mikhelson, the other owner of Sibur.
2018
In January 2018, Shamalov separated from his wife, Katerina Tikhonova, Putin’s youngest daughter. He allegedly lost 50% of his wealth as a ‘punishment’ for this separation.