10. Nguyễn Thị Phương Thảo
Net Worth: $3.1 billion, Age: 53, Company: VietJet Air
Source of Wealth: Aviation, Real Estate, Residence: Ho Chi Minh City
Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao is a self-made billionaire, financial whiz, and the cofounder of VietJet Air, Vietnam’s first privately owned airline. Though men dominate the aviation industry, her dream of making flying affordable has turned VietJet into an international brand.
9. Nguyễn Đăng Quang
Net Worth: $ 3.2 billion, Age: 59, Residence: Hanoi
Source of Wealth: Consumer Goods, Retail, Company: Masan Group
Nguyễn Đăng Quang founded Masan Group, transforming Vietnam’s consumer goods sector. Coming from a middle-class family, he studied abroad and returned to apply his knowledge to Vietnam’s growing market. His success in introducing instant noodles and sauces to Vietnamese homes showcases his market insight and innovation.
8. Hồ Hùng Anh
- Net Worth: $3.4 billion, Age: 53
- Source of Wealth: Banking, Consumer Goods, Company: Techcombank
- Residence: Hanoi
Hồ Hùng Anh started off trading in commodities and gradually moved into finance. During his leadership, Techcombank emerged as one of the most successful private banks in Vietnam. His story is an example for many on how correct decisions and determination can help people to survive in various fields of competition.
7. Bùi Thành Nhơn
- Net Worth: $4.1 billion
- Age: 64
- Source of Wealth: Real Estate
- Residence: Ho Chi Minh City
- Company: Novaland Group
Bùi Thành Nhơn started as a small-scale property developer and survived the seesaws of Vietnam’s unpredictable real estate market. His company, Novaland, today features among the leading names in high-end housing. The case of Bùi Thành Nhơn tells all about how vital it is to adapt with the changing trends in the market and to always keep a long-term