Vladimir Lisin

Vladimir Lisin, born on May 7, 1956, is a prominent Russian entrepreneur and billionaire businessman. He serves as the chairman and majority shareholder of Novolipetsk, known as NLMK, which ranks among the four largest steel companies in Russia. His leadership has significantly influenced the steel industry in the region.

In 2022, despite a challenging economic landscape that saw a decline of around forty-two percent in the wealth of Russian billionaires, Lisin emerged as the richest individual in Russia with a fortune estimated at eighteen point four billion dollars. This achievement placed him at the eighty-seventh position globally, showcasing his resilience amid market downturns and economic sanctions.

By March 2026, Lisin's financial standing continued to evolve, with the Bloomberg Billionaires Index listing him with an estimated net worth of approximately twenty-four point one billion dollars, ranking him one hundred fourth globally and fifth among Russia's wealthiest businessmen. In contrast, the Forbes report from the same month provided a higher estimate of twenty-five point five billion dollars, positioning him one hundred first worldwide and sixth in Russia.