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South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg loses $860 million in just 24 days

The $860-million year-to-date wealth loss is attributed to the sustained dip in the market value of his 9.81 percent stake in Glencore.

Ivan Glasenberg
Ivan Glasenberg

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South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg has seen his net worth drop by nearly $900 million in the first 25 days of 2024 driven by the ongoing decrease in the market value of his stake in Glencore, a Swiss multinational commodity trading and mining company.

According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Glasenberg, a prominent figure among South Africa’s billionaires and a member of the global top 500 billionaires, has witnessed a significant decrease in his net worth from $8.86 billion on Jan. 1 to its current value of $8 billion.

Glasenberg’s $860-million loss tied to Glencore’s market woes

The $860-million year-to-date wealth loss is attributed to the sustained dip in the market value of his 9.81-percent stake in Glencore. His current stake in the commodity trading and mining company is valued at $6.34 billion, solidifying his standing among Africa’s billionaires.

According to data from the London Stock Exchange, Glencore shares have fallen by 11.65 percent, dropping from £4.72 ($6) on Jan. 1 to £4.17 ($5.29) at the time of this report. This decline has resulted in the group’s market capitalization falling below the $65-billion mark.

The recent downturn has resulted in Glasenberg’s stake in Glencore losing almost $900 million in value since the beginning of 2024, decreasing from $7.17 billion on Jan. 1 to $6.34 billion at the time of this report.

Glasenberg’s visionary expansion: Navigating a $273-million deal with Pinarello

Ivan Glasenberg’s strategic vision is clear in his pursuit of opportunities outside the mining sector, highlighting his forward-thinking approach to diversifying his investment portfolio.

In Q2 2023, he announced a strategic move to acquire stakes in the Italian bicycle manufacturer, Cicli Pinarello Srl (Pinarello), with an enterprise value of around €190 million ($273 million). This initiative aims to expand his wealth portfolio beyond his existing holdings in Glencore.

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