Robert Kuok, 101, still number one, 99 Speed Mart founder now fourth richest Malaysian

In world's richest b illionaires list, 19 are Malaysians National news agency Bernama reported yesterday a total of 19 Malaysians have secured spots on the prestigious Forbes 2025 Billionaires List, boasting a combined wealth of US$57.3 billion (RM255 billion). Topping the list for Malaysia is Tan Sri Robert Kuok, aged 101 (RM53.84 billion), whose fortune has risen to US$12.1 billion, making him the wealthiest Malaysian for another consecutive year. Close behind, Tan Sri Quek Leng Chan, the head of Hong Leong Group, ranks No. 274 globally, with a net worth of US$9.9 billion (RM44.05 billion). Meanwhile, Tan Sri Paul Koon, CEO of Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd, holds the 868th position, valued at US$4.2 billion (RM18.6 billion). Among the notable newcomers to the billionaire club is Encik Lee Thiam Wah, founder and CEO of 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd, who has earned his place as the fourth richest Malaysian, with a fortune of US$3.7 billion (RM16.46 billion). Lee, 61, made...