Robert Friedland

Robert Friedland

Robert Friedland (#1395)

  • $ 3 B
  • Mining
  • United States
  • M
  • 75 Years

About Me

Robert Friedland is founder and executive cochairman of Toronto-listed Ivanhoe Mines, a leader in the mining and precious metals industry. Based in Singapore, Friedland is praised for finding profitable mines in remote areas like Oyu Tolgoi in Mongolia. A graduate of Reed College, Friedland also funds Ivanhoe Capital, which invests in emerging markets. He also has a stake in Australia-listed Clean TeQ Holdings, which supplies cobalt and nickel to lithium-ion battery producers. Friedland's Ivanhoe Atlantic, formerly High Power Exploration, plans to invest $5 billion in infrastructure projects in Africa's Liberty Corridor, connecting Guinea to Liberia.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Robert Friedland’s rise and global influence.

  • #1189   Billionaires (2026)
  • #20   Singapore's 50 Richest (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Robert Friedland’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $3.0B (May 4, 2026)